11 Days Until Surgery. Positive Surroundings.

Through pre-op counselling we learned that through the hard times we need some good times.  Logical.  But actually huge.  This is helping me get through the fast with a smiling face (I'm on day 4 of 14) and also a part of over-coming emotional eating.  We need to take care of ourselves and pamper ourselves a little so that we can deal with life's circumstances.  We need to take care of ourselves in order to take care of the people and things around us that we are responsible for.  This sounds really simple but I am really learning that it is true.  Even something as easy as a good nights sleep can make all the difference.

I have dropped a lot of extra curricular activity lately.  I have said "no" to volunteering, MCing (a regular occurrence in my work), and a lot of other stuff for the upcoming fall and winter months.  I've decided to spend my time and energy on my health for the next while. 

I have been very strategic in focusing on my favourite things too.  (I am SUCH a girly girl!) 

Body scrub, body wash, bubble baths.  My favourite things.

Candles.  My favourite things. 
(My sister got these for me which I also thought were awesome things to focus
on during the challenging moments to remind me of the important things!)

Extracts.  These have quickly become my favorite things. 
When I have to drink Boost every day for 14 days, these little guys make it WAY more exciting! :)  It actually allows me to get creative with a simple drink.  If anyone ever needs tips on making Boost or Protein Shakes delicious, let me know!  I've come up with some REALLY yummy recipes!

My deck and blogging.  My favourite things. 
I am looking forward to sitting here, my deck encompassed with trees, and watching the leaves change during this season.  It's perfect.  Blogging has already and will continue to help me with this journey.  It is therapy all in itself.

I also love reading, watching football/hockey with my boys, and watching 80's flicks with my daughter.  I plan on doing a lot of my favourites during this time to keep myself in good spirits.

Day 4 of fasting:  I miss food!  And I'm hungry.  :)