March sucked. In an effort to beautify my mother-in-law's landscaping, I got a systemic case of poison ivy from my face to my ankles. Lovely. It was bad enough for a shot & mega round of prednisone - my arch enemy! The garden looks amazing. My legs are still scabby. yea.
So I am still scabby and now have a sore lower back. Not sure what I did to hurt my back. Maybe picking up Billy? Maybe sitting wrong for a long time? Who knows. I do know muscle relaxers make me tired for days and rather emotional. Here's to hoping for a healthy, happy May! I want to get back to exercise!
I broke even for the month with my weight on the prednisone. That's different! A round of prednisone usually results in a 10 -15 lb weigh gain. Wow, I craved sweets. Peeps - lots of Peeps. Blue Peeps. Pink and Purple Bunny Peeps. Bring 'em on!! And chocolate. And Chick-fil-a chicken mini's. Yum! Now it is time to detox from the junk (as I eat strawberries with a can of redi-whip).
Please pray for the healing of my back and the healing of my soul. I am still sorting through the compulsive eating work in counseling. My work revolves around 'Women, Food & God' by Geneen Roth. This book will change your life if you struggle with using anything (eating, smoking, drinking, internet, shopping) to numb, avoid or distract yourself from feeling or dealing. Perhaps a book club is in order. Skype? Starbucks & Skype? Hummm...
On a positive note - YES I HAVE ONE - I bought some new shorts this week that are a size 14. They are a little tight but should fit great in a month when we head to Destin for Memorial Day weekend. I found a few swim suits I like. Somehow Billy is already set for summer and fall. I hit clearance racks at Target & JCPenney and found super deals at the consignment shop. We are excited about our trip. We are staying at Sandestin Resort in a condo.
