One Track Mind

Some people have an inability to talk about anything apart from what they are interested in. At the moment I've noticed it's dogs. Some people seem completely unhappy if you're talking about another subject. But I'm sorry I cannot have a 2 hour conversation about them. Yes they're cute to look at and great to have a cuddle with but when did it become acceptable for a conversation to be dominated by them. The worst part is when people refer to them as children or liken them to. There is a HUGE difference!

Addiction

Think I might be addicted to shopping. Whenever I'm bored I go shopping. I always feel like I have to buy something as well - even if it's just something small. If I come home with nothing I can feel quite deflated. I never spend much as I'm quite aware of how much/little is in the bank account. Also can't walk past a bag shop without at least going in and having a look. 

My parents words of wisdom haven't gone unnoticed though. I always resit signing up for store cards. I have a few which are just on a points system which is ok but I do have a tendency to spend money in those shops just so I can get the points. How sad is that? I know I'm not really addicted - I haven't got mountains of debt for a start - but can it really be counted as a hobby? Don't even get me started on on-line shopping - at least most of that is just window shopping.

Babies

Babies, babies, babies. Everyone seems to be having babies. When did I get to that age?

Neurotic!

I've never thought of myself as the neurotic type, particularly in relationships, but recently I have found myself waiting for texts or phone calls that never arrive. What does this mean?

In all my previous relationships I have been the chilled out one, not worrying if the other person is going to call or text or want to see me. But this one is different. Yes its all brand new and I don't completely know where it's all going but this feeling of insecurity is all new and I'm not sure I like it. I want to go back to being the calm one just going with the flow.

My mind has a terrible habit of thinking which in turn leads to my neurotic tendencies so maybe the answer is to stop my brain from thinking and then I will be a picture of serenity once more.

The Dieting Game

This year one of my resolutions was to continue losing weight and so far it has been easy-ish. Since joining Weightwatchers about a year and half ago I have continually lost weight. So far 4 and a half stone. I'm pleased to say I have never been happier and never felt better. Willpower and determination having both been contributing factors. The original incentive was being a bridesmaid for one of my best friends. The thought of being the 'fat bridesmaid' filled me with dread and gave me the kick up the backside that I needed to get going. I will be eternally grateful to my friends for getting married.

It hasn't all been plain sailing. There have been countless times when I've wanted to give up and temptation has tried to lead me astray but there's always been the thought at the back of my mind that I don't want to look like I did in October 2009. That's the thought that keeps driving me forwards. Having an old picture of me, which is how I want to look, stuck to the wardrobe helps as well. So does having to buy new clothes every few months - any excuse!