March 25th, 2015 Inner Dialogue Demands Rest

March 25th, 2015 Inner Dialogue Demands Rest

It's been a long day. I anticipated storm coverage at the studio this evening, but it didn't develop for our listening area. The main thrust of the storms was well to our South and East.

I hurried home a little after six, stopping first for my to-go dinner order from the Mexican restaurant closest to my apartment. My order isn't on their menu but they're always happy to accommodate, regardless. I order fajita grilled chicken with grilled zucchini squash, a side of lettuce, sometimes a side of sour cream and even cheese if I request it be added and two or three (depending on my calorie budget) crunchy taco shells. They charge me six dollars and fifty-two cents every time. That's it. It's a bargain. I'm not sure I could cook this at home for much less.

I'm so proud of my mom. I do my best to not share too personal details of people close to me. After all, they didn't sign up for the kind of transparency that makes this blog work wonders for me. I haven't always done well in this department, but I'm better these days. I do feel comfortable sharing this: My mom is walking, eating well and losing weight. She's feeling great, too! We had a wonderful conversation about the incredibly positive effects of her continued care. I see and hear an excitement in her--and that thrills me. I love my mom so much.


After dinner, I watched some of the live stream news coverage of the storms that hit other areas of our state. It didn't take long before I was out, fast asleep, for a short unplanned nap. My regular plan was to get into the Y this evening. Nope, not happening.

I'm doing myself a big favor and dropping in bed two hours earlier than normal. I'm not doing myself any favors by allowing so little sleep--so often. Note: I'm not complaining about my sleep habits, they obviously work for me most of the time. But occasionally, my body says--hey, no--you listen to me, we're going to bed now--this isn't working well for us, Mister blog boy. Eat your #lastfoodofday and let's drop! #exhausted #burningthecandleatbothends #enoughalready

Yes, my inner dialogue occasionally speaks with hashtags. Goodnight, my friends. I hope you rest well, too.
 
My Tweets Today:

Good morning! Thank goodness for excellent coffee! Sugar free hazelnut creamer. 30 cal X 2 cups= 60 cal. pic.twitter.com/WAetAKCGmn
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) March 25, 2015

Breakfast is coming together... pic.twitter.com/fSDRCEUohS
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) March 25, 2015

Steak & Egg Omelet! 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, 1 slice provolone, 2oz KC Strip, diced tomatoes. Apple. 398 cal. pic.twitter.com/tdQKDuFUGL
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) March 25, 2015

Beef & Bean tostadas w/2oz chuck tender steak, 130g ff/sf beans, 2 slices thin mozzarella & 78g strawberries. 331 cal pic.twitter.com/A1YbbMYjr7
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) March 25, 2015

2 cups water in previous lunch tweet. #wateraccountability
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) March 25, 2015

2 cups water. #watertracking #wateraccountability cheese, peanuts and turkey snack pack. 170 cal. pic.twitter.com/KlAIVuK0Ch
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) March 25, 2015

At least once a week: Chicken (6oz) tacos w/zucchini, lettuce & light sr crm (45g), 28g chips, salsa w/sr crm. 513cal pic.twitter.com/nc3XKlQEB8
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) March 25, 2015

Forgot the few slices of zucchini in the MFP count. Revised dinner calories: 523 cal.
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) March 25, 2015

Golden delicious apple w/16g natural peanut butter (1tblspn) & 1 cup unsweetened cashew milk. #lastfoodofday 200 cal. pic.twitter.com/dF8fv76Ss8
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) March 26, 2015

Thank you for reading and your continued support,
Strength,
Sean