oh happy day

Happy birthday, that is, to Daniel. It is hard to believe that it was 5 years ago that I watched him come into the world and our lives, open his eyes and take his first breath. Such a privilege! It was a good day in the pool and I have set up an appointment with one of the trainers for next Tues to review my program, check some form and look at adding more muscle work. I'm looking forward to it. Another interesting day at clinic. We reviewed the new Canada's food guide and looked at portion sizes. They actually had rubber samples of food with correct portion sizes, which was a bit of an eye opener for some items. We also looked at ways to adjust the usual number of portions if needed to maintain weight, but still ensure proper nutrition. They also suggest that half of your plate should always be veggies, and if you want more, you can have unlimited amounts of the veggies we are allowed now, which are considered "free". After work, I took B to work and went to Angels for Daniel's birthday dinner. It was so much fun, and even though I didn't eat and the kids fries and chicken fingers sat in front of me, it really was not a major temptation. I enjoyed being with all the boys and they were crawling all over me and trying to give me "wet Willies", wrestling and generally having a rip-roaring good time! D loved his gift and the other kids really enjoyed the slime, squishy egg, wind-up toys and kaleidescope that I brought for them. I came home and had my cup of broth and feel great; and fortunate. Actually, I was thinking a little more about yesterday's post and I realized that one of the advantages that I have over most of the other people in my group is the plethora of love and support that is available to me every day from my family...and all I have to do is ask! Love, elly "How old would you be if you didn't know how old you are?" Satchel Paige ...and this one is for D... "It was on my fifth birthday that Papa put his hand on my shoulder and said, 'Remember, my son, if you ever need a helping hand, you'll find one at the end of your arm.'" Sam Levenson