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Kimmy Sue
07-01-07, 03:48 AM
I can't believe I have let so much time pass me by. I have written so many journals and made so many friends here at DT. I have lost contact with some that I regret and hope to "see" again very soon.

Let me get you caught up to what has been going on with me. Those of you who know me, know that my husband and I started our own remodeling business back in April of last year. The business is doing very well. In fact, I have just added another factor to our business...buying/selling real estate. Yes, I am studying for my license. Hopefully, I will get to sit for the Oklahoma Real Estate Exam before December of this year. This is something that I have always wanted to do, but somehow put my "wants" on the backburner. This last year, however, Kevin (my husband) had finally talked me into taking the necessary classes. I didn't start them until June 14th.

You see, the last 10 weeks have been a nightmare. Kevin, J.R. (my oldest son) and I were in a tragic car accident. J.R. was hurt very badly but is going to make a full recovery. However, Kevin was killed instantly. (I love you, Sunshine!) We were hit broadside by an illegal immigrant who failed to stop at a stop sign. I came out with only bruises and cuts. When he hit our van, we went into a side skid and quickly began to flip down the highway and ended upside down in a nearby field. I never lost consciousness and all I did was pray that we would all be okay. My youngest son, Tyler, was at school at the time. See, we were on our way to J.R.'s one year check-up for this vision. Therefore, he was out of school.

J.R. was diagnosed with Pseudotumor Cerebri back in February 2006. What this disease is - his body produces too much spinal fluid and puts too much pressure on his brain and optic nerves. He had surgery in March 2006 called Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration. This is a procedure where they cut a window in each optic nerve so they can drain. If we hadn't caught it in time, he would have gone blind within 2 months. He was almost 12 at the time.

J.R. turned 13 six days after our wreck. His head was split from between his eyes around to the back of his right ear. The skin and flesh was peeled like a banana and I could see his skull. They didn't expect him to make it because of the blood lost. Needless to say, everything he has been through...he is one lucky kid!

I miss Kevin more than I ever could imagine. He was my best friend; my soul mate; my lover; my companion; and, not to mention, my business partner. We were ALWAYS together...day and night. I am having a very tough time without him. Not only in business...trying to hold it together; but, in life as a whole. He was my everthing. My kids have been great. They miss him so much though. They are trying to be strong for me and I for them. We have a wonderful and tight bond to eachother. Kevin's family and I have become even closer than we ever were; and we have ALWAYS been close. I don't think I have ever had any kind of argument or confrontation with any of them. My mother-in-law and I are best friends. She is wonderful to me and the boys.

Exactly two weeks after our accident and 7 years to the day of my dad's death...I lost my mother. She has suffered with lupus for the last 14 years. She was diagnosed with Psorosis of the Liver back in January and was given 6 months to live. She made it exactly five. It was a blessing for her to go, but I still miss her dearly. (I love you, mom!)

I guess the reason I am starting this new journal is because I am starting over with life as a whole. Not only my personal and business life; but my healthy habits need to be kicked up a few notches! I miss what I endured from my friends here at DT. This is the best place for anyone who has weight issues (and, obviously, other issues).

My sons are both obese. J.R. (13) is 5' 10" at 255 lbs. Tyler (11) is 5' 4" at 225 lbs. I have got to help them (and me) get control if any of us want any kind of future. Therefore, HERE I AM! We are going to restart our healthy habits and knock out our nasty ones starting today. It is July 1, 2007 and I am ready to regain control of my life!

We are going to start a healthy habit each month. The habit will be as follows:
July - Water
August - Move
September - Add more Veggies
October - Add more fruits
November - Eat more low-fat meats (LIKE TURKEY!!)
December - Cut out most sweets

The boys are leaving on Monday for Church Camp for a week. I have NEVER been alone that long. Therefore, I am going to cease the opportunity and get my routines started and add them in the mix when they return. We have already discussed this new lifestyle as they are ready to get their weight off and start living healthy, too.

I won't be able to join in the chat as much as I use to because of our business. I have 5 employees now that do most of the work and I make sure they have what they need (supplies) to do their jobs and do estimates on upcoming jobs. This is our busy time of year when everyone is in the notion to remodel or redecorate. Besides, with all that has happened over the last two months, I am just not motivated. But, I am ready to start living again! I miss my husband, mom and my dad on a daily basis, but I am still here. God let me live because he has big plans for my life and I need to start listening more to Him.

For those of you who read this, I thank you for stopping by and listening to my heart. Have a safe 4th of July week and be safe!

Love ya'll bunches!

God's invitation is clear and nonnegotiable. He gives all and we give Him all.
---Max Lucado

bell
07-01-07, 06:22 AM
Hi Kimmy,
wlecome back to DT. having been here before and making friends who really understand i know you realise how supportive and loving this place is for all of us embarking on the same journey.
i am truly sorry for all the sadness you have had in your life since you were here last. to have lost two such important people so close together must have been teriibly difficult. it sounds like you have a wonderful support network around you which i know from personal experience is so important when you are grieving.
i wish you and your two boys all the best with your weight loss journeys. i think its wonderful that you are going to fight this battle together.
i will keep checking in with you.
hugs bell :)

smallfri
07-01-07, 09:41 AM
First welcome back. :hug: As you have some lost you seem to be holding together well with all the support you have around you. It is wonderful for you to not only take this journey for yourself but also with your children. Though it will be tougher for them at first, they will get the hang of it once they realize you are making this change. It is great they are so willing to do it though. That should help all of you, especially if one of you ends up being able to stick better. I think its great to make it a family event. Good luck ot you and hope to see you around more to let us know of all of your family's progress.

Tess
07-01-07, 09:51 AM
Welcome back friend. I have missed you.

Stay will us, keep strong and focused. You have been through a lot.

Hugs and prayers,

CJL
07-01-07, 10:35 AM
God let me live because he has big plans for my life and I need to start listening more to Him.

KimmySue, I am so very sorry that you have suffered so many tragedies. Losing your dear husband and mother is so, so sad. May God give you the faith and strength to endure this difficult time. May your son continue to improve and have a complete recovering. You will be in my thoughts, heart and prayers.:console:

judith6
07-01-07, 11:26 AM
My heartfelt sympathies are being sent to you and your family.

I think it is a great idea to get the boys healthy along with you,

Angel Eyes
07-01-07, 09:49 PM
I am so sorry to hear of all the loss and suffering you have done. I cant even imagine going through all that. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family and best wishes on your new journey to a healthier you and healthier children.

crazy2
07-02-07, 02:11 AM
Oh Kimmy,

I am so sorry about all your losses. You are doing amazingly well but I so wish that I could be there and give you a big hug.

That is wonderful that you have such a good relationship with your inlaws, that is a blessing.

Will be here to encourage you along. I wish, and pray, for much success for you and the boys.

:hug:

audrey1961
07-02-07, 03:29 AM
Kimmy I am sorry for your loss of your love ones. I think you are doing great after all that you have been through. I know you can do anything you set your mind to.

jessica
07-02-07, 11:09 AM
I can't even imagine what you've been going through--you're so strong to be holding it together so well.
we're all here for you as you use the gifts you've been given; I guess it's like a new beginning to remodel a brand new, strong new, independent new you.
best luck on the endeavor!

kfoard
07-05-07, 01:54 AM
I'm so sorry to hear about all that you've been going through. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Kimmy Sue
07-07-07, 03:17 PM
Bell, Smallfri, Tess, CJL, Judith, Angel Eyes, Nancy, Audrey, Jessica and Kat,
I love you all so much. I am so happy to be back here among friends! Thank you for all of your kind words and prayers. You have no idea how much your friendship and love mean to me.

Well, it's been a tough week. But, the boys are back from church camp. I made it through the week without them. I am SO glad they are home. It was just too quiet around here!

My weight loss efforts (or lack of) did pay off this week. I lost 3 lbs! :cheer: I also rejoined the YMCA yesterday. We are going this afternoon. Then, I have to come home and do laundry because J.R. is going to another church camp next week with some friends from school. So, we have to re-pack his stuff! LOL This is the last camp of the summer! We are going on a short vacation in a few weeks. It's just going to be a long weekend at Fin & Feather Lodge. They have great cabins with all of the amenities. There is swimming in Lake Tenkiller, the pool at the lodge, a restaurant, game room and plenty of WALKING trails! I am really looking forward to it.

Goals for this week:
1. Cut down to one Coke a day (This is a huge issue for me!)
2. Exercise at least 3 days this week but will try for 5 days.
3. Drink water (I have been really bad about this.)

I love you all bunches! I will talk to you soon. Thanks for stopping by my journal.

"The Lord is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation." Exodus 15:2

crazy2
07-07-07, 04:23 PM
SUPER congrats on the 3 pounds Kimmy!!! You are making some good habits. I am doing the weekend laundry thing with my DD1 this summer too, lol. It is great that there are such awesome camps out there.

I went to the web site for the lodge, it looks great!!! Hope you have a terrific time there.

kfoard
07-08-07, 02:23 AM
Hey Kim,
congrats on the 3 pound weight loss. That's great that you joined your local YMCA. That's a gym correct?

Your weekend away sounds like it's going to be very relaxing and a lot of fun. Are you going their over Labor day weekend?

Your goals for the week sound great.

much love!

CJL
07-08-07, 03:10 AM
We love you too KimmySue!! Congrats on your 3 pound weight loss! Your vacation sounds very relaxing and healthy!

Kimmy Sue
07-09-07, 02:03 AM
Nancy ~ Fin & Feather Lodge IS a WONDERFUL and PEACEFUL place and there is so much to do. I am really looking forward to it.

Kat ~ Yes, the YMCA is a gym. They offer exercise classes like water aerobics, Pi-Yo (Pilates and Yoga mixed), and various workout rooms for walking, weight lifting, etc. They also have 2 basketball gyms, 5 raquetball gyms and a cycling room. It's alot of fun and a great workout no matter what you choose to do while you are there.
As far as our vacation, I think we are going August 10-13. Labor Day weekend is a VERY busy weekend for the lodge. It's the final weekend for their season. They are only open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

CJL ~ Thanks! I wanted to go somewhere we could just get away from everything and relax but have fun and get exercise too. They also have a skating trail. I think I will go buy us all a new pair of blades. I have never skated on blades before only the old fashioned kind of skates! It should make for an interesting time! I let you know how many times I fall! LOL!

Well, my DS1, J.R., is off to camp again this week. This is the final camp of the year! YEA! :cheer: But, it will give me time to spend with my DS2, Tyler. They are both "mama's boys" so it's nice to be able to spend one on one time with each of them when I can.

My BFF called me last week and asked if I would come help her at her office. She works at a collection agency in OKC and I used to be the New Business Manager there (many years ago). I actually hired her as my temporary assistant and they liked her so much they asked her to stay. She is now the Director of Operations (the "top dog" - that's what I call her). Anyway, they girl they have entering all of the New Business accounts is 14,000+ accounts behind and they want me to help get her caught up. My employees are staying on top of things; so, for a change of pace, I have decided to go to work for a few weeks to help Amy and her staff out. I am looking forward to it though. I am kind of nervous as I haven't been in an office atmosphere in almost 2 years. But, it will be fun working with her again. I got to choose my own hours and the pay will be worth the 1 hour drive. I don't have to be there until 10am so it will give me time to get my crew lined out before I have to leave for the city.

I am taking my lunch every day so that I can eat healthy. However, I told Amy that I would go to lunch with her a couple of days each week. She is trying to watch her weight as well, so we will eat healthy when we go out. There is a Subway down the street. Yummy! I am also taking my water bottle and NO CHANGE for the pop machine! I think this will help me with my weight loss efforts immensely! I really think I am addicted to Coca-Cola! Is that possible? Maybe it's the caffiene?!?!

Anyway, I will check in later and let you know how it's going.

Love ya'll bunches!

"For with God nothing shall be impossible." Luke 1:37

eball1
07-09-07, 08:05 AM
The new job sounds exciting even if it is a temp sort of thing. I love it that you have the lunch thing handled already. Great plan! A change of scenery is always nice and a friend to "share" the weight loss journey is such a plus. Good luck!

crazy2
07-09-07, 12:03 PM
Wow, Kimmy, as if you aren't busy enough already, lol, now you get another job. LOL, glad your crew is so good you can do something like that. Hope you enjoy the change of scenery and duties. Have fun with your friend.

kfoard
07-09-07, 12:13 PM
You know I really need to look up the internet slang, what is BFF stand for? I’m guessing Best Friend Forever, am I right? Wow that’s great that your friend went all the way from a temp to the top dog of the company. Congratulations on the job, you must be so excited.

That’s awesome that your going to be taking your lunch. I always bring my lunch too, this way I can be sure to stay within my ww points. That’s a good question, I would be curious as to find out if it’s the cola or the caffeine that your addiciated too.

Kimmy Sue
07-15-07, 02:29 AM
Well, I got through my first week at the office and I will tell you...AT FIRST I had forgotten how much I enjoy dressing up and going to the office each day. (Then Tuesday came) and I realized how lucky I am to have my own business with the flexible hours to be home with my kids whenever I want or need to be. J.R. was gone to camp and so Tyler was home by himself (which, for the most part, he enjoyed). By around Wednesday, he was calling my cell phone every few hours wanting to know when I was coming home and that he missed me. Then, J.R. starts sending me text messages saying that he is homesick at church camp but wants to stay for the remainder of the week. Gosh, I missed being with my kids!!! But it's the weekend and J.R. is home from camp and we are together again. However, I didn't realize how far behind the person is that I am helping. It looks like I will be there for AT LEAST another week.

I did not take my lunch as I was so busy in the mornings getting my crew lined out before I went to the city. (I gained 2 lbs this week!) AAAAAAGGGGGHHHHHH! I will try harder this week. I did take Tyler to the YMCA with me Thursday and Friday and I painted most of the afternoon today on a remodel we are in the middle of.

Yes, Kat, BFF = Best Friends Forever. My friend, Amy, and I are 34 yrs old and we have been inseparable since we were 5 yrs old. She is more like a sister to me. I am the only child and she has a brother and a sister but they are much older than she is. Therefore, when we met in kindergarten and realized that we only live 1 block from eachother we were forever friends/sisters. Her mom and my mom became close friends as well.

Well, I am off to take a bubble bath and go to bed. Tomorrow (Sunday) we are going to just spend the day at home together. Have a great week and God Bless!

Love ya'll bunches!

"The supreme happiness in life is the conviction that we are loved." Victor Hugo

Please pray for my friend, Tina, and her daughter, Tandy. Tandy somehow broke the bone BEHIND her eye and had to have surgery in the middle of the night last night. She is going to be fine. Evidently, she was running through the house and fell and hit her eye on a pool stick. She got in trouble for playing with that same pool stick the night before from her mom. She is only 6 yrs old. Please, keep her healing in your prayers. That would mean a lot to me. Good night.

MinnieMe
07-15-07, 09:35 AM
Hi Kimmy,1st off I want to say you are one strong,dedicated,and determined woman,your life has really touched my heart,I came here this morning actually feeling sorry for myself well.....been doing that for a few days over life in general so maybe God veared me in the right direction this morning because actually I usually will just go to my replies but this morning I went to new posts and went str. to your journal.As others have said "I just couldn't imagine" I do believe God does have plans for you and you sound like such a go-getter and I have no doubt you will succeed at whatever it may be.I will keep you and your family in my prayers,much,much success to you and your boys on your new journey together.I also will pray for your friend's child Tandy "ouch"she must've hit good and hard I have never heard of such a thing happening before.I like that name too thats different very pretty.With your question on to whether or not cola is addicting-in my expert opinion I would 100% agree with you as I used to drink a 12pk a day of that stuff,then pepsi,then mt.dew and now I am off from it.I do actually think it is the caffeine that causes you to want it as when you stop drinking it you get terrible headaches.I now drink diet 7-up which I would rather not but I don't feel an addiction to it like I did caffeinated drinks I just drink it for flavor because I get sick of the blah old tasteless water,which is what I need to work on big time.Alrighty guess I better wrap this up for now I will be back in to check in thank you for making me realize that I really don't need to be feeling sorry for myself at ALL,God bless you and your family.Take care and keep on keepin on.

Kimmy Sue
08-14-07, 11:50 PM
Hey everyone! It's been about a month since I last posted. I HAVE GOT TO STOP DOING THAT!!! I have lost 11 lbs since I last posted. Not really trying, just depressed. I have also had pneumonia for the last 2 weeks. Also, it just seems like the more time goes by, the more I miss Kevin. I have decided to stop our business. I just can't do it without him. I think it's more that I don't WANT to do it without him. We use to have SO much fun working together. The reason that I got into the remodeling business is because he was so good at it and we enjoyed being together. Yes, the money is good....but I am an office type / people type of person. I would rather be in an office or meeting new people instead of painting or cleaning. One thing I have always wanted to do is get my Real Estate License. I love "gawking" at different houses and meeting new people. I don't think I have ever met a stranger! LOL Anyway, I started taking my classes online to prepare me for the Real Estate Commission License Exam. If I pass all of my classes with at least an 85%, I can sit for the exam in December. I just completed Pre-License Law with a 95%! :cheer:
My cousin is the manager of Caldwell Banker (Claremore, OK branch). She is moving up to District Manager in January and has offered her job to me. The salary will great. However, it will mean that we will have to move up there which is 3 1/2 hours from here. My blood relatives (Aunt, Uncle, Cousin and her family) are up there, so it is not like I wouldn't know anyone. Also, the town and community are great! I just don't know if I want to leave my new family (Kevin's family). We were married for almost 9 years and we are all very close. I am not going to make any snap decisions. I am going to spend a lot of time thinking about it. We shall see what God wants me to do. In the meantime, I am looking for full-time work. I substitued at my kids school today. I was a "shadow" for a girl with MD today. It just so happened that the girl is the sister of my oldest sons girlfriend. I really enjoyed it. She's a sweet girl and very smart! Also, I am still working part-time at my best friends' office doing data entry. I also have a few remodeling projects that once they are finished, I am done.

On a lighter note, I am trying to stay away from fatty foods. So far so good. However, I just discovered that Schwan's deliveres out here in the country. I wish I had not known that! BUT, I have been ordering the fat free sherberts instead of the FULL FAT ice cream! Also, I am trying to stear clear of Dr. Pepper and Coke. I have started purchasing bottled water to keep in the refrigerator (icy cold). I also bought some Crystal Light To Go packets to add to my water bottles for flavor. My favorite is the Raspberry Ice Tea. No calories or fat! It's yummy!!! I will also start trying to remember to journal my daily foods. On that note....Today:

Breakfast: none
Lunch: Salad with Light Ranch dressing, 1 slice of cheese pizza, ice tea
PM Snack: 1 can of Coke (I need one per day....I need to stop this!)
Dinner: 1/4 lb Cheeseburger with tons of veggies and light mayo, ice tea
NOW: Water with raspberry ice tea flavoring

I will make a menu and start tracking my calories and fat grams again. I want to get to my Christmas goal of 200lbs by December 21st. That would habe been my mom's 62nd birthday. That would have made her very proud. She was always worried about my weight due to my diabetes. She watched my dad suffer with his diabetes for so long and so she constantly worried about me and mine.

We have put off our vacation until Labor Day weekend so that we will have an extra day to play. Also, it will be a little cooler to do some of the outside activities that we have planned. I am looking forward to that!

Well, I had better go for now. It's almost 10pm here and my mother-in-law calls me at 10 pm EVERY night.

I will talk to you all again soon! Have a great night!

Love ya'll bunches!

Tess
08-15-07, 07:51 AM
Wow Kimmy, you are really plugging along with the weight loss. I am proud of you. It sounds like you have some decisions to pray over. I know that you will settle into the right one. I will be thinking about you.

Hugs

crazy2
08-15-07, 12:27 PM
Kimmy,

I am so happy that you are doing so well with your online course, Good for you!!!

I will say some prayers for you on the decision about the job offer. Maybe you will find something close to where you are. Have you contacted any Real Estate offices close to you?

Congrats on the 11 pounds gone, that is terrific!!! Proud of you!!!

MinnieMe
08-15-07, 12:51 PM
Hi Kimmy,WTG on getting rid of some more weight you are doing wonderful.I am sure your mom would've been and is very proud of you now,I am sure shes watching over you smiling big and so happy that you have taken this step in your life to become healthier for you as well as your children.

Schwans delivers here too,of course when I use to place an order I ordered all the fattening choices,yah I think I will stay clear from the schwans man for awhile seems like my mouth waters just looking at the big yellow truck who cares what the driver looks like lol.

Good luck on your decision on whether to make the move or not with Gods help you will know that answer soon.Alrighty take care and have a good day.

crazy2
10-26-07, 11:41 AM
Hey Kimmy girl, so how are you doing? How are your boys?

Miss you lots, think of you often.

Kimmy Sue
03-25-08, 11:52 AM
IT WORKS!!!!!!! Thanks, Nancy!!!!

crazy2
03-25-08, 11:55 AM
LOL, not sure what I did!!!

So glad that you are back, I missed you lots. Looking forward to hearing how your business is doing and to cheering you on with weight-losses.

Oh, there is a thread that Lisrey started where people post their walks, come on over and join us if you like. The goal is just til April 20th but I am sure if people are interested that they will keep it going or start a new one.

Spring in our Steps Challenge! (http://diettalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=64581&page=2)

JoThrive
03-25-08, 02:21 PM
Hi, Kimmy Sue:

Nice chatting with you this morning. Have a great day!

Kimmy Sue
03-25-08, 07:40 PM
Nancy & Jo! (((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))) I really enjoyed chatting with the two of you this morning.

Well, let me get all of you caught up on what's going on with me. First of all, I did make the move to Claremore back in November. I am working at Coldwell Banker Real Estate with my cousin and I love it. However, I miss doing our business.....so.....I am doing that too! We are in the process of remodeling a 3500 sq ft home to get it ready for sale. So, basically I am working two full time jobs. However, I told my cousin that as soon as she can find a replacement for me and I get that person trained, I am doing the business full time. I have 6 people working for me, plus my boys on the weekends (when we HAVE to work weekends).

I love it in Claremore. I am living in the house my cousin was raised in so I have many memories here. The boys seem to really like it here.

I am also the Youth Leader at our church. There were only 2 other kids when we started going to church there and now the youth group has grown to 13!!! Yay! We had a fundraiser last month and raised almost $1000 for the group. They want to remodel the youth room. It's going to take about half of that for materials. I am letting the kids design it themselves.

The women's group nominated me to be the President of UMW (United Methodist Women). That has been a challemge because most of the women have been at the church forever and I think they are afraid if change. We have a meeting tonight at 6:30. Pray for me....we always have tons of goodies! But, someone always brings a veggie/fruit tray...I'll linger around it! Ha!

Then at 7:30 I have a meeting at the school for the 8th graders graduation in May. I can't believe J.R. wil be in High School next year!

Easter Sunday marked 11 months since I lost my Kevin and this coming Monday is his birthday. We are going back to Hydro to spend his birthday with my in-laws. I am looking forward to seeing them; but, I am scared to go back and bring up so many bad memories on the highway I will have to travel to get there. We are leaving on Saturday and coming home on Monday evening. His mother wants to go to the cemetary to see him.

To change the subject............

I joined a local gym for women only. It's more like a spa! They have aerobics, tanning, weight / exercise machines, eliptical machines, treadmills, stair stepper machines, free weights, massage chairs (I call them "better than sex chairs"----just my sense of humor. ha!), infrared sauna and "rain" showers. The place is decorated like a relaxing spa..flowers, smelly goods, lotions (for our use) and it only costs $40 a month for unlimited use. It's open 24 hrs a day 7 days a week. I like to go early in the morning or late at night. It's a great place! I do notice that I have a better nights' sleep when I go at night because I take a HOT "rain" shower and sit in the "better than sex chair" for a session...about 20 minutes. So, once I get home, I am pooped AND relaxed! I just love it!

Well, I had better run........not literally! LOL :D Anyway, I have to be at my first meeting of the evening in about 30 minutes to get things set up.

Have a wonderful night, all of you!

Love ya'll bunches!!!

crazy2
03-26-08, 11:29 AM
Wow, what a busy girl. Obviously talented and willing to be invovled.

Will be thinking of you these coming days. You have done so well, I know he would have been proud of you. Take the time you need, love your boys.

JoThrive
03-26-08, 11:58 AM
Hi, Kimmy:

Various anniversaries are difficult to get through. I am glad you will be with your in-laws at that time. It will be a big help for them.

Claremore is a nice place to live. We grew up in Independence, Kansas, which is not that far away from where you are. That whole general area is a lovely area with many good people. I remember it fondly.

Have a great day.

Kimmy Sue
03-27-08, 09:08 AM
Happy Thursday everyone! Yesterday was a good day...not food wise...but, in general! We had our youth group last night...10 kids! We played Trivial Bible Pursuit. I didn't realize how much I DIDN'T know. I would like to take another Disciple Bible Study class. I took it when I was younger and enjoyed it; but, not like I would now as an adult.

Every Wednesday night the UMW makes dinner for everyone. Last night we had home made Chicken Pot Pie and a veggie tray. I had two helpings. I didn't eat lunch or breakfast, so...... I know, it's an excuse!

I finally have my cousin ACTIVELY looking for someone to take my place at the office so that I may leave and concentrate on my business. I hope she finds someone soon so that I can get them trained. I promised her I wouldn't leave until I had someone trained in all aspects of my position. It doesn't take a brain specialists; but, I need someone who has at least half a brain. HA! I have everything organized to where a monkey could do the job. They just need to be able to prioritize.

I still have a bunch of stuff at my old house in Hydro. We are leaving Saturday to spend Kevin's birthday weekend with his family and get a load of stuff. I'm not looking forward to it, but it needs to be done so that I can sell the house.

I didn't go to the gym because I didn't get up early and I had to clean the office last night. By the time I finished, I was too tired and just went home, watched a little TV and went to bed. Wednesdays are very busy for me with both jobs, church, and office cleaning!

Everyone have a wonderful day and I will be back later!

Love ya'll bunches!

crazy2
03-27-08, 12:07 PM
Sounds like you are making good choices, Kimmy. Remember as long as it fits in those calorie goals it is ok.

Maybe Wednesday needs to be the day that you allow yourself to not exercise, it sounds pretty crazy already. Then there is no guilt in not exercising, you are just 'on plan'.

So nice to have you here!!!

Kimmy Sue
03-28-08, 09:38 PM
Well, it's Friday. It was a very busy day here! We are leaving for Hydro in the morning. I hate that drive....4 hours one way! But, we HAVE to get more of our stuff and bring it up here. Well, I am pretty tired so I am cutting this short. My best friends' daughter wants to play on the computer. So I guess I will let her. I'll be back later.

Love ya'll bunches!

kfoard
04-07-08, 11:12 PM
Kimmy,
How was the drive this past weekend? Hope everything went well.

hugs,

crazy2
04-08-08, 12:54 PM
Hey kimmy,

How did the trip back go? Was everyone good? Are you ok?

Hope you are able to get out of the office soon and onto the job that you really seem to enjoy!!!