Terra Posted January 3 Report Share Posted January 3 Life has been crazy. Life will continue to be crazy. Crazy is my new norm, but I don't have to let it get to me. For 2023 I have some major goals that have moved from that "nice to have" category to the "my health depends on this goal" category. I am working to come back from surgeries the last two years, with a new diagnosis (today) that will need another couple of minor surgeries to resolve. My body is moving into menapause and becoming more stable, but it is also approaching the age in which my mother and grandmother started having other health issues. And to top it off my blood work shows me to be borderline Type 2 diabetic. My health must be my priority!!! It doesn't hurt that I turn 50 this summer and my vanity won't let me look and feel like I do now at that major milestone. The plan is nothing I haven't tried before, but now I have more medical oversight and help. Accountability is a good thing for me! Food - I must go low carb, doctors' orders. Exercise - my strength and cardio need to improve continue BJJ 3 times a week strength/core classes twice a week get on the bike twice a week (it can be while I read as a reward!) Stretching to regain my flexibility and mobility Self Care - stress management, taking time for me, saying no and more!!! I have been playing with tarot cards (I got a deck for the hoidays) and I'm asking questions for myself. Its been fun and informative. My daughter did a reading for me a few months ago it struck a chord with me. So I plan on playing with the cards over this year and might even make that my divine theme... 4 Quote Ranger-Monk Hybrid - Do all the things and lots of BJJ I am a strong little powerhouse Current Challenge: Terra turns 50?!?!? Link to comment
Kishi Posted January 4 Report Share Posted January 4 Bad bloodwork, FWIW, has been a catalyst to a lot of good stuff for people I know. The trick was, they responded like you are, where you're using the information to spring into action and get things done, and the best part is, it worked. I bet it works for you too. Quote Work like a farmer, train like an athlete, fight like a soldier. 2 Tim. 2:3-6 BATTLE! Link to comment
Terra Posted January 4 Author Report Share Posted January 4 Seven of Swords: You can run, but you can’t hide! The 7 of Swords acknowledges you may be trying to avoid or escape a situation you’re better off confronting head-on. Have you been putting off a tough conversation (decision/choices)? Remember, dodging this issue won’t make it better. In fact, it could even make it worse. The time to deal with this matter is now. Time to deal with my health and home things (clutter, responsibilities and puppy care). 2 Quote Ranger-Monk Hybrid - Do all the things and lots of BJJ I am a strong little powerhouse Current Challenge: Terra turns 50?!?!? Link to comment
Tanktimus the Encourager Posted January 4 Report Share Posted January 4 Following along. Quote Current Challenge "By the Most-Righteous-and-Blessed Beard of Sir Tanktimus the Encourager!" - Jarl Rurik Harrgath Link to comment
Elastigirl Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 Just popping in to see how you are doing. 1 Quote Wisdom 22.5 Dexterity 13 Charisma 15 Strength 21 Constitution-13 "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind' Luke 10; 27 Link to comment
Mistr Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 Just found your challenge. Your goals make a lot of sense. How are things going? Quote Level 68 Viking paladin My current challenge Battle log Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 On 1/3/2023 at 6:46 PM, Terra said: Life has been crazy. Life will continue to be crazy. Crazy is my new norm, but I don't have to let it get to me. Sounds like this due-for-an-update challenge is exactly the kind of structure-away-from-crazy-life you need Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Kishi Posted January 21 Report Share Posted January 21 Howdy! I'm sure things are very much A Lot right now, and I just wanted you to know that we're thinking about you and hope that things get better or give you some rest. Quote Work like a farmer, train like an athlete, fight like a soldier. 2 Tim. 2:3-6 BATTLE! Link to comment
Terra Posted January 23 Author Report Share Posted January 23 My exercise goals went out the window when I got sick and then Eldest Spawn got sick. Ooooh, boy that took us out for a couple weeks. We are both doing better and the world is returning to our normal crazy. Food has been going well and combined with a new medication, my weight is starting to drop. I am also doing some stress reliving things for myself. What have I been doing? I am cleaning up my kitchen and making a coffee and tea bar/space. I am very excited for this new setup in my kitchen! Helping with puppy service dog training and getting back into BJJ classes is taking up a huge chunk of my time. I got my senior purple belt stripe the day before I got sick. Today's Tarot card: The Fool Therefore I'm trying something new today: a new ergo keyboard that is driving me crazy. My carpal tunnel wrists will thank me someday, but today is not that day! 3 Quote Ranger-Monk Hybrid - Do all the things and lots of BJJ I am a strong little powerhouse Current Challenge: Terra turns 50?!?!? Link to comment
Kishi Posted January 26 Report Share Posted January 26 On 1/23/2023 at 2:42 PM, Terra said: Therefore I'm trying something new today: a new ergo keyboard that is driving me crazy. My carpal tunnel wrists will thank me someday, but today is not that day! Aw, those are so cool, though! I kind of want one for myself, for my work laptop. And maybe my own laptop as well. What kind are you using? Quote Work like a farmer, train like an athlete, fight like a soldier. 2 Tim. 2:3-6 BATTLE! Link to comment
Terra Posted January 26 Author Report Share Posted January 26 @Kishi work got me this one because I'm an advanced carpal tunnel case. https://kinesis-ergo.com/shop/advantage2/ 1 Quote Ranger-Monk Hybrid - Do all the things and lots of BJJ I am a strong little powerhouse Current Challenge: Terra turns 50?!?!? Link to comment
Kishi Posted January 26 Report Share Posted January 26 5 minutes ago, Terra said: @Kishi work got me this one because I'm an advanced carpal tunnel case. https://kinesis-ergo.com/shop/advantage2/ Ah! I can see how that would be tricky to get used to. Quote Work like a farmer, train like an athlete, fight like a soldier. 2 Tim. 2:3-6 BATTLE! Link to comment
Terra Posted January 26 Author Report Share Posted January 26 https://randomtarotcard.com/TheEmperor.html The Emperor advises you to take control of a chaotic situation through firmness and resolve, but you must avoid being too harsh and incurring the resentment of those around you. I accepted the job offer today. I've been doing the job for almost a year in an acting role. A good raise and the job is officially mine. No more uncertainty and chaos. Today is a good day! 3 1 Quote Ranger-Monk Hybrid - Do all the things and lots of BJJ I am a strong little powerhouse Current Challenge: Terra turns 50?!?!? Link to comment
Mistr Posted January 27 Report Share Posted January 27 Congratulations on officially getting the new job! 1 Quote Level 68 Viking paladin My current challenge Battle log Link to comment
Elastigirl Posted January 27 Report Share Posted January 27 Congrats on the official promotion! 1 Quote Wisdom 22.5 Dexterity 13 Charisma 15 Strength 21 Constitution-13 "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind' Luke 10; 27 Link to comment
Kishi Posted January 29 Report Share Posted January 29 Nice! Good to see them recognize. Now to be a just and fair ruler of your corporate space. 1 Quote Work like a farmer, train like an athlete, fight like a soldier. 2 Tim. 2:3-6 BATTLE! Link to comment
Terra Posted February 2 Author Report Share Posted February 2 Thank you! Life is still crazy, I'm getting stuff done. Gotta run! 2 Quote Ranger-Monk Hybrid - Do all the things and lots of BJJ I am a strong little powerhouse Current Challenge: Terra turns 50?!?!? Link to comment
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