September 18 2010
I had two delightful days of hiking on Friday and Saturday. I reached a personal best of 19 miles over the course of the two days (8 miles on Friday, 11 on Saturday). The Saturday trail was a high elevation trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We'd hoped for nice cool autumn weather, but it was not to be and the word for the day was icky-sticky. Very unusual for September in these parts. I'm so envious of those posting pictures taken in your community with everyone wearing sweaters or long sleeves. Ain't happening in Tennessee yet!! More hiking pictures and stories to come in the days ahead. This will be my first hiking "season" since I began this blog and I've already realized that every trail provides inspiration.
But hiking is not the focus for today....Sunday Sharing is!! This is the third week of Sunday Sharing, something I started on a whim simply because I was so overwhelmed with the care you gave to me during the hospitalization and death of my FIL. I just wanted to give something back. And what is often the delightful surprise of giving something away, is that it is returned to you many times over. How could I stop the joy I received in pondering and praying over your requests every morning while drinking that first cup of coffee. And so it continues.....................
For those who might be new to this blog, check out this post for exactly what Sunday Sharing is and how you can participate. For everyone else, here's a reminder:
As we start a new week with its gains and losses, ups and downs, triumphs and challenges, joys and sorrows, please leave a comment and tell me some very specific thing that needs to happen in your life this week for you to feel as if you're making progress in a forward direction. Be as honest and specific as you are comfortable being. If it has absolutely nothing to do with weight loss, that is perfectly o.k. This is about your life and what is occupying first place in your mind as you look towards a new week.
For me, please encourage me as I return to a rather restrictive healthy eating plan. Will share details in tomorrow's post, but that is what I need from you this week.
So tell me, friends of mine.................. what very specific thing do you need to have happen in your life this week to feel as if you're making progress in a forward direction?
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Hi Sharon - I need to figure out what to do with this chapter in the getting healthy saga. I am not sure if a modified version of WW is what I need or if I need to figure something else out to lose weight, or if I just need to let my mind catch up to my body for awhile as I maintain. I would appreciate prayer for that.
ReplyDeleteSending you virtual encouragment across the miles. I need to stop eating in front of my tv. It seems that all my unhealthy eating occurs in front of the tv. This is my challenge for the week.
ReplyDeleteSharon, if you would continue to pray for strength for me to support my two situations with 1)my terminally ill friend and 2)family member with domestic problems, I would appreciate it. Both situations have gotten a little better. Thank you for doing this for me.
ReplyDeleteAnxious to hear about your new plan, as it is probably similar to mine.
Not cool here either yet. I am heading out of town next weekend and need to remember to start checking the weather forecast. I need to not have a binge day before I leave town.
ReplyDeleteSharon,
ReplyDeleteI need help refocusing and being honest with myself about my food intake. I'll email you privately about the comment you left on my blog.
Lori
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I never dreamed when I asked for prayers for my work situation what a dire turn things would take. Asking for continued prayers for myself and colleagues as we navigate some difficult paths in the coming weeks. Many, many thanks!
ReplyDeleteGood luck on your return to restrictions. Maybe that needs to be rephrased in a more positive manner....
ReplyDeleteI need to feel that I'm learning quickly enough at my new job to live up to the sell job I did to get it!
Have a great week, Sharon! Here's hoping that some cooler weather comes your way soon!
Love that picture! I just love trails and paths. When we're in a car or on the bike, it's little lanes and back roads. :D So glad you got to do your hikes! Deb
ReplyDeleteHi Sharon...I need prayer for my health. As you may know, I've been struggling for a couple of weeks. Even though I've been pressing through and staying positive, I'm tired. I'll be lifting you in prayer as well.
ReplyDeleteI love the Sunday Sharing idea. I, too, have a document with tidbits about my readers and followers. I am committed to supporting all of them just like you.
ReplyDeleteI just want to remain focused. I am almost at the three month mark and am sacred that I will become complacent and lose my focus.
You stay strong, too!
This week I really need to watch the snacking. I have been trying to eat smaller meals and smaller snacks and that is a hard thing for me to do.
ReplyDeleteYou are an inspiration, Sharon. You will see your goals, of that I am certain!
Sharon,
ReplyDeletePlease email me at deepdarkweightloss@gmail.com. I can't seem to get to your email address through the dashboard.
Sorry!
Lori