While the rain is bad for many because of the mass amounts coming, we need the rain so bad. All the gardens around are dry and brown, slow producing if at all. Corn crops are done already and dried up, tomato plants aren't producing fruit, and even my own little garden has had its share of issues because of the lack of rain. And now, after less than a 1/2" of rain in the whole month of August, we are now possibly in the track for a tropical storm that made landfall yesterday in Louisiana, and we could see up to 7 inches of rain from it over the next 3 days! And while I know that will cause some flash flood issues, I couldn't be happier to see this parched land get a good soaking before the official start to Fall!
Going to try and start getting into a more steady routine this week, even with Monday throwing a wrench since everyone is off, and start trying to get more accomplished around the house and add a bit more time to my workouts. Tuesday I had planned on going to the track again (although I still can't walk good from being so strained and pulled from Thursday's almost 5 mile power walk/jog) but with the rain coming I may not be able to until Thursday, so I am hoping to hit the gym for at least an hour of cardio on Tuesday too. So far this first week as of this morning I have lost 4 pounds. I am still not drinking as much water as I should be, but I am drinking even less soda than ever (diet already). I need to add more dairy, fruits, and veggies in this week...I am getting too many meals off almost carbs alone and I know that's a major downfall for me. My goal this week is to drink 3 bottles of water a day, and have fruits or veggies and dairy a few times a day too, and to extend the length of my workouts. I have 2 weeks left before Florida, and I would like to see my prevacation weight at least so that I will be starting back on the big weight loss track I was on before letting it all go to hell for the summer. I am just hoping that by tomorrow morning I feel even better walking wise, lol, because I have been hobbling around like a little old lady for days now! My motto this week has been "I sure ain't 20 anymore!".
We spent yesterday in Cumming with Brian's grandparents. That was nice, and as an added bonus we took Claudia to a family garage sale and got to see Belinda and Milton who we haven't seen in years! (Brian's cousins) and even met some other family members we have never met before! My kids didn't remember who they were, but they were happy to learn they had more family and gave lots of hugs! Laci's day was made when Belinda let her go to town on costume Jewelry and she picked 4 pairs of clip on earrings, a few necklaces, and a bracelet. Christopher was delighted when Belinda told him to fill a box with Halloween decorations that were for sale, and he picked a whole box worth of trinkets and odds and ends. It was nice to see them, but made me sad at the same time. I wish things haven't gone the way they have in the last few years. I am sad my kids have missed out on so much family time they could have been having. Its a shame how family falls apart sometimes. But at least with the family they have (even if its years between visits) they know they are loved dearly by those who chose to stay in their lives, and for that, I am very thankful.
I have a little shopping to do today, and I want to get the garage cleaned back up and work on organizing the food shelves better out there. But for the most part its just going to be an easy laid back lazy Sunday, and we will sit and wait for God to let that wonderful rain pour down on us! Have a happy Sunday!!!
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