Life of the Unemployed

Thursday, September 17, 2009

So, here I am at my old job - they have called me in to do some things no one else has figured out how to do...which is good. I don't mind making a few extra dollars under the table today.
I reached my goal of 50 miles in the pool this summer - actually made 65 miles. Swimming is getting easier and easier and I love it. I've added an hour of yoga and cycling. I've lost 4 inches of my chest, 3 inches off my waist, 3 from the hips and 2 from the thighs...I'm at month 5, so it's not like it happened quickly, but I also made some muscle - all which is good. People are starting to tell me they can see how much weight I have lost, and that feels good as well. I'm feeling really good. I understand more about how stress affects me, and I'm thinking that the lifestyle changes I am making now will carry me through the rest of my years.
I have my sister Susan to thank for this. She has inspired me, supported me and challenged me...all in self-esteem building ways. See, she knows things about me from our childhood, she understand issues and somehow, she got through the armour I had been carrying around...I love her so much for making the effort and caring.
My garden is growing and looks great. I like that I have time for it, and cleaning out my garage...!
Is this what retired is supposed to be like?
I am buying a bag of clay and some canvas this week, getting started with my own art again is where I am putting my energy next.