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We had beautiful weather here in Chiang Mai this morning. I did my 30 minutes on the treadmill with no problem, doing two minutes at a slower speed and then 3 minutes on a fast one for me, then back again, over and over until my time was up. I’m am finding this keeps my interest more than simply setting a speed and mindlessly watching the hiking videos on the screen. I don’t know if it’s really more effective at getting me more fit or not. I’ll see if I’ve lost anything more when I measure at the end of July.
I’m finally getting to the place where I can see I might actually reach my losing the lard goal set so long ago. My motivation to eat smaller portions, MANY fewer carbs, no added salt, and drink plenty of water during the day has increased as I move closer to my goal.
This is a photo of me when we were still in Arkansas. I had already lost some of my lard here, but obviously needed to get more serious.
Brian took this photo this morning after we finished breakfast. I’m wearing some new shorts and a tee that I can use for workout or lazing around in my condo. You may not be able to tell any difference, but I FEEL better now.
I’m down 68 pounds from my heaviest. I still want to lose 20 to 25 or so pounds and see how I feel then. I’m happy that I can do the workout on the treadmill so much more easily. Brian notices that I’m more agile, less apt to stumble on the uneven sidewalks and walkways than I was and I’m walking faster. I’m still having a problem with the humidity here, but I’m going to get better at that, too.
We still have a pretty large to-do list from the move to do, but we’ve had to space some things out for various reasons. Having fewer ‘have-to’s’ is bringing up our spirits. Today is a day that we can’t do anything on our list, so Brian is at work and I have the day to play in my condo.
My laundry is drying on the drying rack on my balcony. I’ve straightened the condo so all is in the right place. I’m planning to enjoy writing a couple of blog posts, spend some time trying to make progress on my puzzle. I’m into a wonderful new book by Lee Child and his younger brother Andrew Child, called, “Sentinel.”
I’m having a blast choosing drawings I find on the net and trying to reproduce them in my sketchbook. Drawing is still one of my weak spots in trying to create art, but I’m improving a bit.
Have a wonderful day or evening! Find something that brings you joy!
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I live the duck in the bucket! Super! I think you’re doing a GREAT job at releasing the excess weight, Linda. (Much better than I’m doing.)
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I’m glad you liked that drawing, Sheila. Thanks so much for your continued encouragement in my efforts to lose the lard. My stomach will be the last to go, I’m afraid. I may up being a puddle of skin with a pooched out stomach one day…🤣
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Me too, Linda! I have a picture of myself in a bikini at age 13 and I had a belly (we called it a pooch)! I had a great figure otherwise (developed early). But my tummy has been my weak spot. I was skinny though! Of course, I would take THAT tummy back NOW compared to the bloat I have, but will that happen? I don’t know!
Here’s my Day 11 dance video: https://youtu.be/Jvzr9B08IUk?si=hK6zbwImtslMk7Eb
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I’ll watch it later. I see you dancing with a grin on your face
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Definitely a good way to get moving!😋
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U r looking GREAT!! Yes getting the figure again! No more tents as clothing!. C Jansons Sent from my iPad
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Thank you very much for your kind comments. It was a pleasure to be able to go into a sports clothing store and find something that actually fit, rather than having to buy most of my stuff at Walmart….
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The great job work. Now your look good. Good your thought of weight lose about 20 to 25 pound. Wonderful you walked to fast. Wonderful drawing sketch. Thanks,you sharing,Linda ☺️
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Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the dream pics, too
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Most welcome . You are dreamer!! So sweet dreams.
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Thanks. I wish you the same. 🙏
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CONGRATULATIONS on your weight loss. The before and after pictures definitely reveal the weight loss! Keep going…..we are all cheering for you!
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Thank you! Your encouragement means so much.
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I see your father‘s influence in your drawings. How sweet that is.
Patty SD
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What a nice thing to say!
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Your progress is so inspiring — not just physically, but emotionally and creatively too! Taking care of yourself, inside and out, is the ultimate act of self-love. We share similar messages at CareAndSelfLove.com — thank you for reminding us how powerful small, consistent steps can be. 💛
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I’m glad you liked the post. Thank you for your kind words.
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