The best laid plans
“Life is what happens while we’re making other plans.” I always liked that quote. It always reminded me not to take setbacks too personal, just to move forward with what I have. Sometimes it’s a little more difficult to do that, to roll with the punches, but I really do try to not stress about things I cannot change. My biggest struggle is to change the things I can.
Some plans work out:
I have found all of my photography course material. That is a miracle in and of itself. Since starting the course I have moved 5 times and had 2 children. Each move brought a new resolution to finish it so parts were moved away from the whole. When I went to look for it the other day, I found it all rather quickly even though it was spread out across two floors and part was still in the boxes I have yet to unpack from the last move nearly 3 years ago. So that has fallen into place.
I have signed up for my graphology course, have all the material, a good relationship with the instructor and was given a significant discount because I am a SAHM. I will be starting on that one tonight as well as reviewing what I need to do for my photo assignment.
Some don’t pan out so well: My endocrinologist told me yesterday that I really should’t be doing the South Beach Diet while taking the medication I’m now having to take. The side effects of continuing both would be, or so her patients have told her, quite unpleasant. A little disappointing because I was on point for a diet for 2 days for the first time in a long time. And I’d lost 5 pounds in 2 days. I still have to eat a healthy diet and exercise, but I need to eat more whole grains than South Beach allows.
So, my husband and I are going to be using the menu plans from Sparkpeople.com. I did have 1 meal out of the See Food diet for lunch today and I do truly wish I hadn’t. Tonight I will be having a South Beach inspired meal as I have gotten my grains for the day. My overall goal is to have my grains early in the day and to stay between 1400 and 1900 calories a day with a minimum of 35 grams of fiber. The medication is to help with blood sugar so I will be careful of sugar intake.
Once again, I’m starting over and praying that this works. I’m getting tired of starting over. I just want the weight gone once and for all.
Good for you rof taking back up your classes. Maybe you can teach me a thing or two. lol
It does get tiring to start over but at least you are and not quitting. Some people would let these setbacks throw them totally off course. Not you though and for that, I am proud of you!
You can do it - and it is important to follow doctor’s orders - I have always wanted to take a photography course - best of luck!
How exciting!! Did I mention to you that I am thinking of taking photography classes? Aside from the fact that I love photography, I want to start a side business taking family portraits, wedding and engagement photos. Anyhow, it looks as if I’m blogging on your blog…sorry.
About SB, it sucks, but your Dr. should know what’s best. If not, you can always get a second opinion! Until you know for sure…better play it safe!!
Come hang out with us at the Beach anyway!