Wow...the past couple of weeks have been a blur... I've had so many things - and good things happen to me in such a short period of time. Two Saturdays ago, my friend Jeanette and I went to the Y together to work out - she was interested in knowing a little more about deadlifts, and the free weights. I was so excited and happy to show her what I have learned. As I was showing her how to do a proper deadlift, a guy came up to us and told me that he had been watching me for the past couple of weeks and noticed that I was using great form with all my exercises. He asked if I had trained with a personal trainer. I told him yes and he said that it showed. Anyway, it felt great inside knowing that someone else noticed that I take my exercise regime seriously. It gave me that extra confidence boost! Jeanette did a super great job with her deadlifts and I am looking forward to working out with her every other Saturday...it will be great to have a workout buddy and to have someone there to push me!
This past Tuesday, I showed up at my regular spin class. Tammy, the instructor came up to me as I was setting up my bike before class started. I have never really talked to her except to say hi and the odd little conversation here and there. She came right out and told me that she has never met anyone as dedicated to my exercise and my health as me. She told me that my "cardio endurance must be incredible" and then she told me that I was an inspiration to HER. I was a inspiration to her?? I was speechless...I mean, I've had my other instructors and trainers say that they are proud of me and that I've done a great job, but never have I been told I'm an inspiration to them. I've been told by my peers that I inspire them to lead a better lifestyle - but not someone of an authority type figure. I was taken aback, and very humbled by her comment. What a great memory to have!
I also ended this week on a really high note. After being on Seroquel - an anti-psychotic medication that my doctor prescribed for me for my chronic insomnia issues after my mother died - for almost three years, I FINALLY weaned myself off of it entirely. I have tried four times unsucessfully to get off the stuff and this last time, with a huge amount of patience and perseverance, I did it. My brain is still feeling some of the aftershock type "twinges" that people can get from ceasing the drug - my doctor says it may take up to six months before it's entirely out of my system, but whatever...I've done it and won't ever be going back. I would like to extend a HUGE thank you to all of my friends, co-workers and family - in particular my husband Brian - who have been there for me while I have been going through my withdrawl periods. Your patience and your understanding have been incredible. Thank you.
I had an interesting experience yesterday morning at the Y while I was working out. I was laying on my mat in the stretching area doing my ab routine when this woman came and laid down beside me. She immediately started talking to me. I was polite, but basically just tuned her out. That was until she insulted me. She said "You know, I know of some special shakes that I can sell to people as big as you." Now, I know what you are probably thinking...WTF!? Seriously??!! And I won't lie - I was furious. But you know what I did? I laughed at her. I looked her straight in the eye and said "Well YOU know...there are special drugs that stupid people like you can take and there is botox and creams out there to help with your ugly, wrinkled, over-sun-baked leathery skin!" I smiled at her again and proceeded to get up - I then told her to have a great day. As I walked away, I looked back at her and she was still laying there with her mouth gaped open in surprise. I'm sure she was pretty embarrassed. I hope she was. It was a rude, and hurtful thing to say - even if she did think she was meaning well. The old me probably would have started yelling at her and maybe even popped her one in the mouth. But I didn't...I walked away and laughed. Stupid people like that are worth laughing at. They don't deserve my time and energy. I am proud of myself.
I am also getting closer to my 100 lb goal. I don't want to say how many pounds I'm down now as I don't want to jinx it! It shouldn't be long though...will keep everyone posted!
Love and hugs to all!
K
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