Chicken Soup

I have to tell you, I am rather sick of chicken soup. We have all been sick so much in the last couple months that I made the third batch yesterday. Did I want some? Heck NO! But, it's soothing and makes you feel good. On a positive note is also is low fat and low calorie. But I am seriously sick of it. Got to get better soon so I can have something that tastes.... different than chicken soup.

Children - Found

I found my children. Unfortunately, it was only for 5 days. I have been living with their "shells" for several months, but their real personalities came out. We talked as a family and came to understand that we didn't know how much they hated living with their grandparents. Not only do they have to answer to two sets of parents, one set is extremely strict and rigid in their thinking. But, take them out of that environment and they totally blossomed. My daughter smiled, laughed, and yes, even giggled. She went to everybody and gave hugs and kisses. She even, gasp, initiated a hug to her brother. And he, surprisingly enough, hugged her back. Now that we understand their frustration now it's up to us as the parents, to find a way to bring their personalities back. The personalities quickly retreated as we made the return drive back. So, I have to now let my fingers do the walking and find jobs quickly so we can get the heck out of here. Something has to give and it can't be the kids. Childhood is over so quickly that it is important that they are able to look back and have happy memories. So here's to good memories for everyone. For me... it's busy, busy, busy... happy job hunting.

New Year

And with a new year comes the usual list of things to do, things to stop doing, things to better oneself. My goals for this year are to remain optimistic, get healthier (and yes, lose weight). So far the tips I have received are to run, eat more small meals, and drink green tea. Running has become difficult because it's raining. Mother Nature is sabotaging my efforts. Hey, it was worth a shot. I also found a diet that seems to be workable, which is the Biggest Loser Diet. It incorporates more fruits and vegetables, which is also a weakness. It worked out well that the first few days of the new year we were sick. Homemade chicken soup... Lean meat, and vegetables. So far the green tea has been the easiest to stick to. We'll see what happens.