What’s been happening…
I didn’t blog for two months after a vague excuse of a new business venture. Now I’m back and about to spill the beans on what I’ve been doing in my absence.
NOTHING MUCH!
I didn’t go into business with my hubby. I didn’t go to gym. I didn’t watch my eating. In fact, I barely left the house, except to buy groceries and go to the library. I cut myself off from most of the people, save the closest friends and family, in my life. I hardly ever put on make-up or wore decent clothes. I read on average a book per day. And I smoked cigarettes and drank a gazillion cups of coffee.
I was in a cave…
When we got back from the USA in June, my head was totally in the clouds about our proposed move there (Central Washington, by the way), but I couldn’t talk about it yet, because our paperwork hadn’t been finalized. So if I couldn’t talk about the most important thing in my life, I wasn’t going to talk at all! Besides, we had a lot of things to organize.
We have five properties and a business to sell. If you live on Planet Earth, you’ll know that the world economy is in dire straits at the moment and that the property market has ground to an screeching halt. We’ve sold one property so far… which leaves me with zilch to organize.
Clearly we won’t be in the USA by Thanksgiving, as we so fervently hoped. Bummer!
So, through this all I’ve been smoking and reading. Better than pulling my hair out or repeatedly hitting my head against the wall. Or is it? I’m so bored!
I’ve now stopped smoking again, but am still reading… I still don’t go out much. But at least I’m blogging again. Pretty soon I’ll get back to exercising and eating healthier.
I do have one piece of good news about this time though: I DIDN’T BINGE ONCE!
Somehow, I’ve lost the desire to binge-eat. I still eat too much at times, but I’m not eating mindlessly or stuffing emotions. Strange that.
Anyway, that’s the long and the short of it. In a day or two I’ll tell you where my head is regarding my fertility issues.
Oh, by the way, Craig has now demolished half the carport. He’ll have to do the rest soon, since we have two Show days coming up in September. The weather is still cold and miserable.
hanlie on September 2nd 2008 in By The Way...
DaDivaStreet responded on 02 Sep 2008 at 7:03 pm #
Oh, it’s soooo good to see you back out again! Glad the smoking is gone & you’ve come out of that cave! Kudos on the non-binge eating! Hope all goes well on the business end for you & hubby. Maybe you’ll be stateside for the New Year! Take care!
Pippa responded on 02 Sep 2008 at 7:36 pm #
Caving, wombing, treehousing, whatever you call it, it is OK ~ and a much-needed part of our lives. Glad to have you back, Hanlie! And lots of good luck with the big step!
Chubby Chick responded on 02 Sep 2008 at 8:30 pm #
I’m so glad you’re back to blogging! And it’s so exciting that you’ll be moving to Washington! Everything will fall into place at the right time… so don’t worry. Those properties WILL be sold!
And congrats on not binging! That is absolutely fantastic! Focus on the positives, my friend!
MargieAnne responded on 02 Sep 2008 at 10:20 pm #
We all need cave times and you’re doing a good job as you come out. Do hope the rest of your sales come off quickly. This is a major change and no matter how long you have looked forward to it it will have it’s difficult moments, not to mention emotional.
To stay binge-free is a huge accomplishment. Blessings.
Trisaratops responded on 03 Sep 2008 at 12:18 am #
Thanks for sharing! I’m crossing all manner of digits and limbs that things smoothe out and all sales go quickly. I’m glad to hear that you’re getting back on track. I’ve taken many sojourns from weight loss, we call it slow and (not so ) steady. Glad to hear from you!
Felicia responded on 03 Sep 2008 at 12:58 am #
Girl what can I say. Been There Done That like a BILLION times before. I so understand how you are feeling. Congrats on not binging though. That can be super hard. I have no great advice as you know first hand we all have to find our own path but know that I am always here for you and that I do totally understand. Your going to be just fine. You are going to pull through this part of your life and just think… every day you wake up is a new chance as yesterday is done and gone.
I so look forward to you moving here. And if you ever pass through Montana *grin* I fully expect to get the opportunity to buy you both lunch!
*SUPER BIG ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU HUGGLES*
=0)
Heather responded on 03 Sep 2008 at 2:47 am #
glad you are back!
Kristen's Raw responded on 03 Sep 2008 at 4:26 am #
Any good books you recommend? I’m always up for a great book
Cheers,
Kristen
Sue at eLuckypacket responded on 03 Sep 2008 at 6:50 am #
Hugs and thanks for your frankness. And I’m so glad you’re back at the blog! All the best for your planning and the move. If you ever have questions that you don’t want to ask those who you know in real life, shoot them my way. I’ve made the move to two countries and been out of SA for 18 years now - and am happy to chat.
JM responded on 04 Sep 2008 at 5:01 am #
*hugs* The down times can suck, but at least you can find the positives. I reckon no binging in that time is excellent.
Ordinarylife responded on 04 Sep 2008 at 9:42 am #
Glad your back to blogging. And I can totally understand that if you can’t talk about the biggest thing that is happening you don’t want to talk at all.
It is good to have you back though.
Lora responded on 04 Sep 2008 at 2:36 pm #
Welcome back Hanlie! I sure hope all goes as planned and you’re able to sell those properties and get over here to the US.
Now that it’s spring over there (we’re saying goodbye to summer here) try to get out and at least walk. The fresh air will lift yiur spirits!
Evita responded on 04 Sep 2008 at 11:10 pm #
Wow I am stunned Hanlie! That is quite a few life changes with obviously many more to come…
I look forward to more updates and so happy that you have a chance to move to the States! Great news!
chanda responded on 05 Sep 2008 at 6:40 am #
Okay, is it wrong for me to be jealous of your couple of months in the “cave”? Or the cold weather? It’s hot as crap here, and there are two hurricanes heading our way. I’ts a little freaky.
I hope things move along for you guys quickly. Im thrilled you are moving to the state! Thrilled!
Lilly Web responded on 05 Sep 2008 at 1:01 pm #
Well congrats on stopping smoking, hope you keep that up, nice to see that you haven’t gone to binge eating to replace it
Diana the Scale Junkie responded on 07 Sep 2008 at 2:49 am #
WOW, I’m glad to hear you’ve had a chance to get out of SA, I worried about you there with the terrible state of things.
I’m so proud of you for not binge and sso eating and so glad you’ve given up the smokes!