Phone Calls From Friends
Posted by Gina on Jul 17, 2008
Tonight I was sitting in front of the computer looking at different websites and checking my email. The typical night around our house is my husband and I working on the computer. Tonight he was out at a meeting and will be there until about 11:00 p.m. Then out of the blue I got a phone call from my friend Rania. I haven’t seen her or talked to her in a long time and it was so great to hear from her.
She is the kind of friend who always calls at the right time. She is one of those people who everyone just loves. She is so sweet and kind and now that she just called me I’m missing her more. She wanted to get together tomorrow but unfortunately I had a doctors appointment scheduled and dinner plans. I was about ready to just say yes and cancel everything else, but I know sometimes you have to be responsible. The next time we talk though I am going to be free for her because she deserves it.
Surprises at Work
Posted by Gina on Jul 5, 2008
I woke up for work this morning dreading the thought of having to go in. It was early and I was up until 3:00 a.m. last night. I managed to get up and get ready and thought it was going to be a slow day. I planned on spending most of the day in my office relaxing. Little did I know that two old clients from about 8 months ago decided to come back. I was so happy to see their names on my schedule they were my favorite clients. Unfortunately they had to take some time off because Melanie was sent to the middle east for 6 months. Her job gave her no other option so she had to go late October last year and she just returned to the states in May.
I was so happy to see them. She looked great and they both seemed so happy. The last time I had seen either one of them was before she left and it was a very sad time for both of them. Knowing the holidays were coming up and they would be apart was really hard. I love the fact that they are back together today and have decided to keep coming in weekly for consultations. That just gives me so much to look forward to on Saturdays.
Being Grateful
Posted by Gina on Jul 1, 2008
I have been asked before what my pet peeve is and at the time I could never come up with one. It wasn’t that people never annoyed me or got on my nerves, but I guess I thought that maybe I was tired or having a bad day. Lately though I have been noticing something that is really bothering me. I think it is called people who are not grateful. Bad manners are one thing but being sarcastic when someone is genuinely trying to help you is unacceptable.
One of my coworkers pointed out this pet peeve to me. There was always something about her that got on my nerves. I just couldn’t put my finger on it. Then one day I was trying to help her with something and instead of saying thank you she was acting very rude and obnoxious. I stopped her and said if you know how to do it then why do you keep making the same mistake?! It was very frustrating. Then I stopped myself as a flashback came to mind and I saw myself in her. Many, many years ago of course but the same behavior has come out of me. The disgust and shock I have felt about myself ever since, but I also learned a very important lesson. Always be kind because a lot of times people don’t realize how they are acting.
Mind Over Matter
Posted by Gina on Jul 1, 2008
Why is it that when you think about someone you usually end up seeing them or hearing from them!? I have been thinking about one of my girlfriends the past couple of weeks on and off. Then today out of the blue I get a call from her. That may not seem all that strange, but the thing is we haven’t talked in about 6 months. She lives out of state and has 2 little boys so her free time is limited. I usually work late at night so we haven’t been able to catch up.
The thing I love about Lucy though is the minute we talk again it feels like no time has passed by. I swear those friends are gifts from God. She is like a sister to me. One thing that keeps our bond so tight is that we both have Diabetes. I got mine as a child and she came down with it in her early 20’s. I really think God brings people into your life for a reason. I feel so comfortable sharing my struggles with insulin reactions and food cravings with her. I am so thankful for her and our friendship.
Interesting People
Posted by Gina on Jun 27, 2008
I met the most interesting person today. Although I like to complain about my job and often times I feel like I want to quit, I have to say it is never boring. The people that come into weight loss centers are fascinating. One such person came in today. Her name was Sarah and she was hoping to lose about 100 pounds. The interesting thing was she had lost 91 pounds before but has managed to put it all back on and then some.
We start off asking our clients general questions. For example, your day to day eating habits and activity. Sarah told me that she shops everyday and eats out for lunch and dinner. Basically that is all she does. She didn’t have a care in the world. But when I questioned her further I realized how unhappy she was and how she had no one to love or to take care of. Everything in her life revolved around Sarah and what she was going to buy for herself and eat for that day. It was so sad to see. I left after talking to her and went on my break to count my blessings. When you see something like that your whole perspective changes.
Sex and the City Movie
Posted by Gina on Jun 20, 2008
I finally went last night to see the Sex and the City movie. I loved every minute of it. I couldn’t believe all the bad reviews this movie got. It was the best movie I have seen in a long time. I have always loved the show, but thought the movie was better than any episode of the show I ever watched.
After the movie came out initially I read the script that was on the internet. I was able to picture every scene in my head. But then when I actually watched the movie it was so different than what I expected. All the loose ends from the show were all tied up. Miranda’s character was developed. Carrie ended up getting married to Big finally! Samantha learned that living in New York near her best friends was better than living out in California to be with a guy. Charlotte ended up getting pregnant and having a baby girl. The movie was wonderful I highly recommend it, in fact I might end up going to watch it again.
Great News
Posted by Gina on Jun 14, 2008
I found out today that my Father’s surgery was successful. I was so concerned about him all day because I couldn’t get in touch with anyone. Come to find out he went into surgery late and my whole family was at the hospital all day long with him.
As I’m writing this blog about my father I can’t help but think of memories from years ago. It’s funny how sickness reminds you of the good times. When I think back to my childhood I can’t think of a time when my dad was ever sick. He did tell me once how he was hospitalized as a child. He said he had gotten burned really bad when he was about 3 years-old. When I think about that happening to him I start to cry. He said a pan of boiling hot water had spilled on him and burned 50% of his body. He said he grew up with scars all over his body. To this day that story makes me so sad. It must be something about seeing someone you love in so much pain it’s just hard to take. I am just thankful knowing that the surgery went well and the doctors believe they have gotten all the cancer cells out. As tomorrow is Father’s Day I will say a prayer of thanks for another father’s day with my dad.
Why I Love West Virginia
Posted by Gina on Jun 1, 2008
West Virginia is often made fun of. You hear jokes on the radio, things on the news, and even songs have been made about good old West Virginia. That’s why I feel I need to tell you why I love it so much. First of all it’s beautiful. The Blue Ridge Mountains, the Shenandoah River, the beautiful hiking trails, etc. The list goes on and on. Even a drive through the mountains would make for a very peaceful, calm, and relaxing day.
This past weekend my husband and I were in the Chicago. Getting away was nice, but Chicago is very flat and gray. As we were driving around Chicago I realized how much I was missing home. I grew up in Ohio with those long, cold days. I remember during some winters we couldn’t even go outside for up to 2 weeks straight. I know now that I could never move back there. I missed all the trees and all the color you see out here in West Virginia. I missed the beauty. I wonder if it’s because I’ve lived here so long that now I’m spoiled by the beauty around me. I don’t know but one thing I do know is that I will not be leaving here anytime soon.
The Big Day
Posted by Gina on May 30, 2008
I am so excited the day has finally arrived for the Sex and the City movie. It officially comes out in the USA on May 30th! That was my all time favorite show. I still watch reruns when I get a chance.
Unfortunately I did a bad thing. I saw that it was one of the top searches on Yahoo today. So I read the reviews. I tried not to but couldn’t help myself. I am sitting here so mad at myself because now I feel like I almost don’t need to go see the movie. The script was practically on the internet. As I was reading it I pictured every scene in my mind. It almost felt like a lot of episodes that I had already seen put together in a 2 hour movie. I mean the same old thing, Miranda is mad at Steve, Charlotte is worried because her life is too perfect, Samantha and her problems with men, and of course Carrie and Big. Basically it was the same old stuff but a different day. Who am I kidding, you know I’m going to be waiting in line tomorrow night to get into that packed movie theater with ten thousand other women.
Nutrition
Posted by Gina on Apr 30, 2008
I just heard on the news yesterday some shocking but true information regarding the health of our children. Many children as young as 5 years old are facing some serious health concerns due to their lack of activity and poor nutrition (fast food). Obesity being one, Diabetes being another and the list went on and on. What is happening? Have we really become that busy in our day to day lives that our children’s health has been put on the backburner?
It got my thinking about my childhood. I miss those days of running around all day long with the neighbors, sledding down the neighbors hill in the winter time. It didn’t even matter how cold it was. Those days for children seem to be long gone or at least few and far between. What’s to blame for the changing times? Is it the fact that we all have computers now, tv sets, and video games? I’m not sure. I remember McDonald’s being a treat when I was growing up. Maybe we would have it once a week, but definitely not everyday. What can be done at this point?!