Showing posts with label goals. Show all posts
Showing posts with label goals. Show all posts

Sunday, January 1, 2023

New Year ~ A time for Hope, Promise and a Fresh Start...

 


~ January 1, 2023 ~

Waking up on a brand new day, a brand new year, feels so full of promise.
There is a sense of optimism, thoughts of possibilities, and wonder.

How DO we start this New Year?

Are there any changes we want to make? 
Are we planning any new adventures?

Will we try something new?
A clean slate awaits...


We stayed up until Midnight on New Years Eve.
Something that we have not done for many years.


We haven't spent a New Years at the cottage before...
 there were quite a few cottages full of people who were celebrating.

We met up with friends who were on their new boat...
its maiden voyage in fact!
Lovely to be welcomed aboard for a tour and a chat.

The Salish Sea is calm 
there is a lot of debris in the water from the recent King Tides.
The logs float off the beaches and become a danger to navigation.

It did not stop me from climbing over and around the beach full of logs...
the edges of the beach were badly eroded from the pounding of the waves.
There were shells, kelp, plastic, trash, and a myriad of things strewn along the shoreline.

I managed to find a few pieces of seaglass but it was tough work.



I do not make new year's resolutions anymore...
I usually just break them :-(

I like to focus on healthier habits and continue to live with intention and gratitude.

I could definitely stand to lose some weight...
so I know what I need to do.

Move more, eat smaller healthy meals...and stop munching on potato chips!


They are a snug size 12


I bought a new pair of jeans and am going to use them as a "tool"
a tool to slim down my midsection.

I will not be "beating myself up" 
but will phase in small changes in over the next few weeks.

You know what they say..."Rome wasn't built in a day!"


~ OOTD ~
Style & co jeans
Hand knit Miriam sweater 
Akoya Pearls
Simple white Tee Lands' End

Starting 2023 with a casual look
wearing slightly snug jeans



How did you spend New Years?
Did you stay up to ring in the New Year?

Are you making any resolutions?

I'd love to have you chime in and leave a comment.

Thank you for stopping by The Humble Bungalow Blog.

~ Be Well and Be Kind ~

Friday, January 29, 2021

OOTD ~ It's all about pearls...


Cashmere V neck sweater by Black Goat overtop a simple denim shirt and jeans.
My "go to" OOTD for cooler winter days.

It has been given a wee bit more "oomph" 
with the acquisition of a vintage baroque pearl pin.

Darling daughter @thingfinder on Instagram 
had this pin ready to list in her ETSY shop 
when I spied it and saw just how exquisite it is
I knew that I wanted it!


The pearl looks like a juicy pear...

The jeweller must have seen it too 
an opportunity to create leaves and accentuate the pear shape.
A work of art.


Lovely nachre...
just a tip to those of you who may not be familiar with genuine pearls
do not spray them with perfume or scent as it destroys the natural lustre.


OOTD
black camisole fringed with lacy edges
Lands' End new cashmere cardigan

Gisel B pearl necklace from a previous My Stylish French Box delivery from France.



Layers in my hair thanks to my recent visit to my hairdresser...
my last visit was in September.
It felt wonderful seeing her and I enjoyed the "pampering."


Camellias are in bloom!


January bud on our Gertrude Jekyll rose 
out in the front garden of The Humble Bungalow.

Have you purchased any new clothes to wear during Covid?
Are you wearing athletic wear and casual cozy clothes?

I mix it up.

Some days I will wear my Yoga pants and go for longer walks.
The problem for me is that they are so forgiving...
so I think they have given me a sense of comfort despite gaining a few pounds...
my jeans tell me to stop eating so much, move more and get in shape!

So jeans are my guide to wellness.

Current Goals:

Walking more, counting my WW points and drinking less alcohol.

Have you embraced new healthy habits?
Wishing you good luck on your fitness journey.

As a small "non food reward" for my efforts...
I've ordered a vintage classic handbag and when it arrives I will share it with you all.

Thank you for stopping by The Humble Bungalow Blog.
Have some fun in your weekend whatever you do.

~ Be Well and Be Kind ~

Monday, January 2, 2017

New Year walking and weight loss...

We opted for a stay at home dinner this past New Years Eve.

Bubbly, bread and butter...


 Caesar Salad


Alaska King Crab Legs

A rather festive menu and the last meal of the year...
time to get back on track and whittle away some pounds.


Come rain or come shine I will be walking.
No more excuses.


Walking is so much nicer when the sun shines
 but we cannot expect sunny days at this time of year.



Walking is convenient and free...
no scheduled time constraints
no gym fees
no special equipment.

 Weight loss is my motivation and fresh air the benefit.


Sometimes I need "a carrot" to get me out the door...
once I am out and about I am fine, 
the challenge is prying myself away from a book, my knitting or the Internet!

Walking while
running an errand
posting a letter
visiting Mother
buying coffee
getting a few groceries.

How are you doing with your fitness routine?

Do you have a membership at the gym?
Do you like to do Yoga, swim, bike or run on a treadmill?


I like to use the scale as my motivator and when I see results I reward myself with non food treats...

Flowers
a new lip gloss
fancy tea
nail polish
a thrift shop find

Staying committed is tough and we all need to keep our focus on our long term goals.

I wish it was easier and faster to get to these goals and that we can take heart by  indulging more often in things that do not derail our progress.

If you find it daunting
start small and see how it goes...
 20 minutes a day and then work up to 45 or 60 minutes
you'll be pleased to see the results.
If you feel better walking with a partner see if you can find a friend who wants to walk...
or 
join a walking group.
GOOD LUCK!

Cheerio readers, 
I'm off for my walk now...

~ Be Well and Be Kind ~