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Day 96: Like a Boss!



Walking with my new backpack, like a boss!
I felt good all day today!  I got up at 5:00 a.m and cooled off the house, let the dog out, water the plants.  I even made a lunch for my son - My prepackaged specials!  He had to leave the house at 6:00 a.m.  this morning and has been saying he wants to eat healthier.

Then I did some stretches and lay down with the fan.  I read the news on my Kindle. I was so happy to see that they are predicting only upper 70's and RAIN for tomorrow. YAY!!

When I finally got out of bed, I did some good yoga stretches, read my bible and had some prayer time.  Then I made another batch of premade meals.  Today would be the last of the ones I made from Sunday, because I have been sharing with the kids.

This time I sauteed chicken breasts with the same spices as Sunday.  But I sauteed them whole instead of in chunks. Then I sliced them and divided them amongst the tupperware containers.  I also steamed some fresh broccoli and baby carrots and put those on top.  I washed a bag of wonderful red grapes and bagged them in individual snack bags. And I hardboiled 1/2 dozen eggs and cut some celery up into sticks.

I'm liking this!

For breakfast, I had the last of the omelette muffins, with some of the steamed broccoli, a cup of yogurt and some sliced bananas.

I had a rehearsal, taught some classes and accompanied a choir.  I am proud to say I did not suffer from hunger or cravings. I think the low fat, high protein, low carb, no wheat plan is agreeing with me!

I did some yoga during my break between classes and choir.  Practiced a bit of piano.

I have not been to the trail or the gym this week. It has been hot and muggy. And I have been feeling tired, sick and cranky.  But I feel like I'm coming out of it. Tomorrow I plan on hitting the trail for a good long walk.

Another thing I noticed is that my mind was relatively free of negative thoughts. I felt cheerful and balanced.

It has really helped to have my backpack. I am able to turn my walking to buses, students' homes and the music center into mini workouts. Oh, and speaking of which - on my break, after I ate and did some yoga, I walked around the block while talking to my mom on the phone.  This was a spontaneous act!  Often I will either go out to eat, or run to the store for a snack during my break. 

I am starting to make these wise decisions without much forethought. 

I must continue on this path. It seems to be working!

I can't wait to see what tomorrow holds. Bring it on!

Happy Thursday! :)

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