1st July 2011
A person who can speak many languages is not
necessarily more valuable than a person who can listen in one.
Is it just me or does the sunshine make other
people burst into random song, this morning it was “Salagadoola mechicka boola bibbidi- bobbidi- boo put
'em together and what have you got bibbidi-
bobbidi- boo!!” Mmm what can I say, it just
appeared in my head, so I googled it, it’s from Cinderella apparently, which I
didn’t know and I don’t think I’ve ever watched. Then I found this video no you
tube that made me smile a lot and shows kids can be cute,
She also does a mean rendition of “Don’t go
breaking my heart”. Genius!
Another glorious day, whilst walking Alfie I
saw a thistle, a weed to some but an absolutely striking flower in my eyes,
don’t you agree.
It just goes to show we all have a different
perspective on what beauty is.
The weekends almost here and I have to say I
can’t believe how fast this weeks gone, it’s also the 1st July
today, that means we’re half way through the year, leaving 176 sleeps till
Christmas ‘-D
Although most of you of course aren’t even
thinking about Christmas, you are thinking about your summer holidays, which is
what we discussed in this weeks meeting, and the conclusion was we all have
choices when we’re going away, we can choose to;
- Lose weight
- Maintain
- Gain weight
The options are ours. We
are in control, but we need to decide which we want to do. So a realistic target and some sort of plan
or commitment is what’s needed to survive!
Not going away this year,
why no resolve to make
every day a holiday! We all deserve a
holiday so why not try some of these tips to inject some feel-good factor into
your everyday routine.
Whether the sun shines this weekend or not,
decide to lie down and do nothing:
It doesn't matter if your sun lounger is in your living room or if you just
find a patch of grass in the park, doing nothing is good for you. Yoga experts
recommend lying on your back with your heels together, and your arms 45 degrees
from your body, palms-up. We can do that
I’m sure, that’s not too much like hard work is it.
Why not take some time and imagine yourself far away: stretch out
on the patio, in the park, or even in your living room, and put on some music
to create a holiday atmosphere. Anything you fancy.
Why not fake it: Looking like you're relaxed and sun-soaked could help you
feel more chilled and relaxed. Slap on some self-tanning lotion, or book a
sunning session at your local salon, and dig out your floatiest summer frocks
and little cardigans to get the holiday buzz every day. I love to wear my maxi dresses even when it’s
raining!
Go out mid-week: Throw caution to the wind and partake in some mid-week
decadence. Dress up and go out for dinner to your favourite restaurant - or for
drinks and a show. It will break up the week - and give you something to look
forward to. Not when you’re supposed to
be at your weight watcher meeting though ;D
Bare it: For poor sun-deprived Brits, one of the greatest
luxuries of being on holiday is feeling the sun on our skin. So be adventurous
- do the gardening in your swimming cossie, the shopping in your shorts, and
trip to the office without tights. Remember to slap on plenty of high-factor
sun cream and wear a hat. Apparently
there’s a nudist caravan park in Telford if you’re after the full experience!
Explore your
surroundings, why no change your walking/jogging route,
or take a Sunday drive to somewhere you've never been before. You won't believe
what's just around the corner. And
whilst your there do the tourist thing: take some photos of the
family or friends, then share them on facebook!
Ooo why not Cook yourself out of the country: Experiment and exchange your
usual recipes for an exotic dish. Use coconut, coriander and cayenne, to spice
up your life. There some delicious recipes in the Weight Watchers Oriental cook
book (in meetings) and you could even eat outside if the suns shining, it
doesn’t have to be a bbq.
And lastly whilst
the sun is shining why not have
some friends over to sample your cocktails. Combine 100ml champagne (or cava)
and a vanilla pod or fresh strawberry - to create a delicious alternative to
the usual sweet and sticky concoctions.
Mmm I could just start my day with one of
those, but I won’t of course ;D
xx
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