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a daily WALK TIPS THE BALANCE

I mentioned that two things seem to make a huge difference in my success with weight loss and maintenance – drinking at least one or two litres of water per day and working out every day (with one day per week of rest). I did forget to mention one more variable that seems to make a [...]

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a daily WALK TIPS THE BALANCE

What’s Your Bottleneck?

I’ve been noticing that controlling my weight – either losing it or maintaining for me seems to depend on two things – water intake and daily exercise. If these go out the window – so do my results – no matter how well I manage my calories. What’s your bottleneck? If you can identify the primary things that [...]

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What’s Your Bottleneck?

 

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The joining link does not seem to be there. - Keep trying but there is no link. LL
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Slight problem Jan, I would like to sign up to the money programme, but when it says sign in below, there is nowhere to sign in. L
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How do I join this group - or am I already a member? L
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Paying off credit cards is one of the main objectives of 'Making Change', using a two pronged approach - reducing spending and then putting everything that you can to pay off the cards and not using them again to add to the balance. Nothing worse ...
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Hi Louise, if you sign up you will get a system that I put together to your email in sections. Basically it's got my own experiences with switching to a cash system and budgeting and having a new perspective on spending and bill paying. I don't h...
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My biggest problem at the moment is paying off my credit cards. LL
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DAY 10 - A New Look At Inlaws

Yesterday my mother and father in law popped over. It's been awhile since they have been here and they have seen a few things that have probably made them want to run screaming from the room I'm sure.

I usually do a running inventory of all the stuff I 'wish' I had done when they come in.

NOT TODAY

Today, although their visit was unexpected, I saw a few messes around but it wasn't the overwhelming kind of MESS that can knock an unsuspecting person right out of the room.

THE BEST THING?

The… Continue

Posted on June 29, 2009 at 8:54am —

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Day 9 - BOOST Circuit Saves Toe!

Not!

Yesterday I didn't do my BOOST. It's 'that time of month' and I was feeling really disoriented and tired. On top of all the activity going on and too many late nights, I couldn't even tell you what I did most of the day.

The good news is that the BOOST circuit actually does allow for a day of rest, for the most part I choose not to take it because I like the results and don't find it to be a huge deal most of the time.

The other good news is that missing one day didn't make the sky fall.… Continue

Posted on June 27, 2009 at 10:05am —

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Day 8 - My Baby Graduated Junior Public - whahhhh!

Yesterday was quite busy with a last minute trip down to the hairdresser so that my daughter could get her hair cut for her grade 6 grad, next year she goes to senior public. She will love it.

It is the end of an era for me. At one time all 3 of my kids were in junior public and it seems like it would always be that way.

Now one is out of school completely, my middle daughter is going into grade 11 and youngest is moving on.

It's hard to believe.

So, I didn't get my BOOST done in the morning… Continue

Posted on June 26, 2009 at 9:00am —

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Day 7 - Floors Washed Before Daughter Leaves for School

Yesterday I barely squeaked through in getting my BOOST finished.

Today I totally rocked it out.

The first reason is that I took the extra time even though I didn't really feel like it to vaccuum on the floor that our kitchen/office/bedroom is.

This set me up perfectly when this morning came along. I noticed that the dog area needed changing (our pom is paper trained because she can't get to the front door to ask to go out. this way she… Continue

Posted on June 24, 2009 at 8:30am —

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Day 6 - I Almost Didn't Do It

We've been having some great summer weather and I my schedule has been a little loser than usual. (knock on wood!)

Funny, I seriously considered skipping my BOOST today.

Why?

Mostly because I missed my morning session which put me off of my schedule. I almost forgot that I didn't do it.

And then when I remembered I almost didn't bother.

But I did and now I'm glad that I did.

There were a few things that needed 5 minutes and I don't feel guilty.

Instead I feel very good.

As I was picking… Continue

Posted on June 23, 2009 at 5:55pm —

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At 1:06pm on October 29, 2009, Louise Lotz said…
Amazing, yes I'll keep hold of the word Focus. - L
At 10:55am on October 29, 2009, Louise Lotz said…
Hi Jan, that's great to know. I'm glad I am in such good company.

I was hoping to do two and a half hours on it, but found that I did about three quarters of an hour, and then did 'free' tidying - ie just routine work, going around the house doing stuff that was crying out to be done.

I feel much better and have made a big improvement.

And you are right - it meant that after lunch I could lie down for half an hour - in an environment significantly less cluttered. The other thing I do is to clear the window side first - so I am looking out at the tree outside and all the clutter is behind me on the other side out of sight, but I still feel connected with nature.

Louise
At 10:17am on July 21, 2009, Linda Bledsoe said…
Hi Jan. With my medical condition, I'm able to work in 15 minute increments and then rest for 15 minutes, which may not sound like much, but I'm really making a big difference in the appearance of my house. Each day I now have a satisfied feeling of accomplishment knowing that my home is a few steps closer to my ideal. Thanks for your encouragement and all you do.
At 4:24pm on May 31, 2009, Lori Chase said…
Thanks Jan. Your prompt comment certainly was welcoming. I plan on taking some time to read the info I have purchased and read what others have written. I know I can make a big improvement in developing a routine since I actually do not have one now. Thanks again.
At 9:50am on October 29, 2008, Lisa said…
What wonderful insight. I'm comfortable agreeing to how society has shifted. A popular author wrote a book about this issue. Although Dr. Hallowell is an expert in the ADHD field, his book speaks to society being Crazy Busy
At 9:29am on September 23, 2008, Sarah said…
I have heard the same about the vitamin c and bought the packets of Vitamin C Emergency C that you mix in water. It tastes great! I have managed to get 3 weeks of lesson plans and chore charts completed for the kids & especially so my husband will have an idea of what the kids and I accomplish every day. LOL!
How are things with you and your family? Are you making plans for Thanksgiving and decorating for fall Halloween/Thanksgiving season? I have been working on changing out all my candles and wreath, & pillows. Home is really beginning to look more warm and cozy for the season. My girls love it when I start making pumpkin bread and apple butter. I made that last weekend and it was a huge hit!
I need to get busy and complete my work for our Women's Bible Study - we are doig Beth Moore's Breaking Free.
I will talk to you soon! Have a wonderful day.

Sarah
At 7:49pm on September 7, 2008, Jan Ferrante said…
That's amazing! I've always been interested in psychology. If I had gone with a career when I was younger, that's what I had wanted to do, or social work.

That is so wonderful about your son. It's my biggest fear that my kids will grow up and I'll lose touch with them. He sounds like he's doing really well, you must be soooo proud.

You really have some beautiful children there! I know you are going to do well, it must be quite interesting and even exciting (and exhausting some days I'm sure)
At 1:12pm on September 7, 2008, BellaDonna said…
Thanks for the welcome Jan. I am going back to college picking up where I left off with my paralegal degree. This semester is accounting, business law and psychology.

I was amazed at how easy and quick the process was with the continuing ed department. I attend class for 2 hours a day in the evening 4 days a week.

Yes, I do hear from my 24 year old I'm happy to say. Although he is still "my breathe", I have learned to watch him take the hard road when it is his choice to do so. He tells me every time we talk that I am the best mom ever and refuses to let me help him with $$ saying I gave him enough already (though I do sneak a couple of small care packages in from time to time). I'm proud to say he is in his 2nd year of college and doing it all on his own.

The best part ? is how supportive all 3 kids have been to me going back to school and needing time to do homework! They all ask with interest how I like it and what I am learning. Granted they still expect the dishes done and dinner cooked ala mom :) But 2 nights a week the 16 yo cooks dinner for his little sister while I'm at class, so I don't mind that I have not been totally replaced!

Now if I can just get them to take 5 minutes and put clean sheets on their beds today :)
At 10:31am on May 18, 2008, Kim said…
Good Morning, Jan. Thank you for the warm welcome and kind words. Slowly but surely I am getting things turned around. Thanks again.
At 9:36pm on April 28, 2008, Traci Graham said…
Hi, Jan. Hope your Spring into Spring is going great! I am having some trouble with today's download. The page shows that it's done loading but it remains blank. Have you had anyone else have trouble? I have tried it at different times during the day but no luck.

Thanks ~ Traci
 
 

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The joining link does not seem to be there. - Keep trying but there is no link. LL
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Slight problem Jan, I would like to sign up to the money programme, but when it says sign in below, there is nowhere to sign in. L
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How do I join this group - or am I already a member? L
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Paying off credit cards is one of the main objectives of 'Making Change', using a two pronged approach - reducing spending and then putting everything that you can to pay off the cards and not using them again to add to the balance. Nothing worse ...
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