@DAILY CHECK IN WEDNESDAY JUNE 7th @

Calico

Calico

Cathlete
Hi gals,

Today I did 30 minutes on the elliptical machine then taught my Chair Kickbox workout for 40 minutes to 9 ladies. And some of the class used barbells for the weight work for variety. It was a good class today.

Rain here today.

Have a great day![emoji16]

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Hi everyone. Yes, chair kickbox sounds intriguing. Speaking of which...today I did Cross train Express Kickboxing. I hope everyone is doing well. Elsie, my Theo is 10 years old. We always wanted to take him to obedience class because we thought he would have fun! Well, time marches on and he never went. He's a good boy and doesn't really need it but when my daughter said she was bringing her 2 year old "puppy" I figured why not?! Yes Theo is the "old man" of the group but he likes it and he gets treats and a lot of attention. Plus I get to see my daughter, her boyfriend and their "Lester". It's nerve wracking but can be funny and very cute. The instructor is A-MAZING!! She really IS the dog whisperer. Fascinating to watch. Have a great day people.
 
Hi ladies,
I woke up exhausted today and just haven't had any energy all day, but just got on with work, laundry, groceries, cooking etc. getting my 10.000 steps in and then a mini w/o... Just MM tri's. Burn baby burn!!!

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wow henriette. good for you. tired but you still did something.

today i did kcm youtube workout again - upperbody. just love that one. i added on part of her lower body/kb workout too. good stuff. have a good evening everyone.
 
I did a 5 mile run. I'm pretty much toast.

I wanted to post about something that's causing me some stress lately.

Yes, stress takes me off my game. It looks like something bad happens, and I think about what I can do to get some relief from the inner angst I feel, and food is a good choice because it's not a drug or a drink, and it offers fast relief....of course with the usual crash and recriminations afterwards.

I've been looking for a job for a long time, and I was up for a position recently that I really aced the interview. They told me I was a finalist, and they were checking my references and then all of a sudden the momentum stopped and I realized something had changed and they weren't considering me anymore. They say they are, which frustrates me because it's clear they aren't and while they don't owe me a reason, I need a job very badly, this one was a good job, I liked the people a lot and it left me feeling like a failure....right back to when my ex husband used to say that I failed at everything I tried. I've been working very hard for a very long time to try to get back into the workforce, and if I don't get a full time job by the time my son graduates, I lose $1200 a month support, and I don't know what I would do to make that up. I thought if I took classes to get myself current in my field (programming), I would get up to speed and get a job. Nobody will hire me. It's partially that I was out of the workforce for 12 years, it's partially that I'm 50 years old. It's weighing on me heavily... I just had my 50th birthday. While I've made such great strides in my life, losing 100 pounds, getting active, finding someone who loves me the way I am, this job thing is starting to take up more and more room in my life.

For my birthday I went on a 20 mile bike ride, a 5 mile run/walk, and a 750 meter swim. It was a total victory, but since then I've been in the dumps. I don't cry a lot.....maybe twice a year, and I've been crying a lot since my birthday.

I felt like sharing my struggles as well as my victories here with you ladies. We can help each other I think.
 
I'm sorry Missy, sometimes life isn't fair. I will pray that this or a comparable job will come along for you soon.

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Hi Missy,

Sorry you are having a tough time securing a job. It sounds like you did everything right e.g. upgrading your skills, applying etc.. I didn't work for 5 years as I was a stay at home mom. I remember deciding to go back to work. I wondered who would want me at age 40 etc.. after having been out of the work force. I figured things out and I know you will too. Just keep at it. When you knock on a door and its doesn't open, you just gotta knock louder. Keep at it. Something will eventually give. Keep upgrading your skills, volunteer in your field to gain more experience and keep applying. And, if you are not working with a community employment agency - try that out - if only to get more support. We are here for you. So great you have fitness to fall back onto for comfort. It really helps. Keep at it! You know you will :)
 
Hi Missy! I'm so pleased and touched that you feel comfortable enough to share your troubles. I'm sorry you're having a tough time. I agree with Ceci. Everything! Don't despair. My sister went through the same thing. Stayed home with 3 kids, nasty marriage, nasty divorce, no money, no job. What she DID have was faith. When she was turned down for a job she just kept going figuring it wasn't meant to be. Perhaps there was something better out there. Eventually she did get a job that suited her. Don't lose faith, keep your chin up. It's hard to walk into an interview and sell yourself when your confidence is shot. Stay connected to your community. You never know where or when an opportunity will pop up.
 
Keep your chin up Missy! It sounds to me like you are a go-getter! And believe me, you will get the job you are
Supposed to get! Unfortunately, things take more time then we want them to take....:), (sometimes) and like Annette said, Things don't always seem fair....but don't give up, and you will achieve your goals....that's my speech and I'm Stickin' to it:):)
 
Missy, I am glad you shared. And Ceci is right, you are doing everything you need to do! I know it is easier said than done (I should know - I live with an anxiety disorder), but really try not to let those inner voices or rather your ex's past harmful language, have you believe that you are anything less than a strong and intelligent person. You definitely have a lot of offer! The trick lies within convincing people and beating other people to it in such a crowded looking-for-jobs population currently. I am so happy to hear that you have healthy love in your life now! :)
I will be going back to school (I hope) in the next year as well cause my resume is well, pretty much a blank. I'm feeling lost. I understand!
 
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