How I did it: After Running Ragnar Relays Miami to Key West, one of the teams invited me to go on a Snorkeling expedition to the 3rd largest coral reef in the Atlantic Ocean. It wasn't ideal, as it was a very windy day and the sea was pretty choppy. In fact, the boat owner gave everyone the option of getting a refund. We all went anyway. They suited us up with masks and snorkels and silly saftey vests. They offerred wet su… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I decided to request free samples via the internet and see what happened. I totally expected that this was just a scheme to get my email address or home address and harass me, but i figured some of them had to be legit. So far I have gotten free samples in the mail of:Toothpastea Mickey Mouse pin (so cute)laundry detergentCarnation Instant Breakfastshampoo and conditionerEmergen-CLipton tea and lemonade2 boxes of 4 K cups… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I finally ended up begging on Facebook for someone to help me with it. Monotreme, of 43things came to my rescue. It seems it was easy for him because he has done it a lot AND has the software. Now tomorrow is the acid test, will it run on my work computer? Read how I did it…
How I did it: I did all the Physical Therapy, and then went back to Physical Therapy when I had to. I then started to run very slowly and very carefully. Then after a bit I just took off running. I figure I have to mark this done, after a PR in every event this year including 2 age group wins since surgery. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I had to remind myself of the various small goals I had set for myself daily. As noted in my other entry, I basically let my Manager know of my interests. I volunteered to help with projects that supported my interests. I did fall down once, by not really doing a poster well, but it did get done. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I worked, and made mistakes. I learned from the mistakes. I washed my hands. I worked night shift, I worked day shift. I worked a Mid shift. I washed my hands. I expressed my interests to my manager. I came to work on time, and did not call out sick. I washed my hands. I studied books in the off time. and voila, I got a promotion just in the nick of time. Read how I did it…
How I did it: Well, I managed to not lose my temper for two weeks, which was great. Now...I have to have a new goal.Not much to say. I just was lucky in that I did not lose the temper. As I continue to work, I am going to have to continue to work on this. Currently beign back at work is still so new that it's still interesting again. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I finally had to take something up after my surgery. i went and got a sewing machine, bought some fabric, and Started to sew. I am TERRIBLE at it! Really! It is so frustrating, but it does pass the time. Eventually I shall make a giftable quilt!!! Read how I did it…
How I did it: I discovered I had omitted about 20K of earnings by accident from my tax return. So I went to H and R block, they helped me file an amended return. I had to pay more, but in the end I still had a small refund from the Government. (I had already recieved the refund, sooo). I signed the forms and sent it all off by registered letter to the IRS. Read how I did it…
How I did it: Did a ton of cleaning and busy work. Stopped running to allow the inflammation in my hip to clear, was really really nervous. Watched a lot of videos of the surgery and talked to TONs of people who had similar procedures. via the internet and in person.Did my PT I dont feel ready but it is happening in about 30 mins so I get to say I am prepared. Read how I did it…
How I did it: For the first 2 weeks in may I was really looking at my calorie breakdown and such and for the last 2 weeks, I sort of ate whatever I wanted. I do suggest using some on line tracking like Nutridiary or spark ppl or dailyplate it really helps to see what you are actually doing... Read how I did it…
How I did it: Used turbo tax. Much easier this year as I did not have the home sale involved. Oddly I earned a ton less money than I thought I was earning. I keep wondering if I added something wrong, but...the good news is that I do get a refund. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I went to work and worked at my job to the best of my abilities every day that I was scheduled to work. I did not call in sick. I smiled at people and dealt with a variety of annoyances with a smile on my face. There was not anything special to do. The raise was given to me at my annual review, which was done about 3 months early so I was delighted to gt the raise 3 months early. It is not a huge raise, but … Read how I did it…
How I did it: At first I was feeling enthusiastic to figure out how much change I was finding rolling about. But by November, I became quite unenthusiastic. I am however glad I did it and also glad that it is done. I still pick up loose change but no longer feel the need to record it. Yaaay! so it looks like I find about 14.00 a year. enough for a fast food meal or two. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I simply looked and recognized when people were especially helpful, and then I acted. It takes some extra time, especially if you do more than write a note. In most cases I had to at least look up the address of where the note would go. But to be honest, it wasnt a very time consuming goal, sadly because there really aren't that many genuinely helpful people! Read how I did it…
How I did it: I simply continued to apply and re-apply at the particular hospital I wanted to work at. It was frustrating and I did eventually get the job. I had to start on Nights but that only lasted 3 months. Accepting that this job has some issues as well is important, but when I look at all the other Issues from past jobs...I find I am quite relaxed in my new position... Read how I did it…
How I did it: I was looking for a half that fell on a cut back week of my Marathon training plan, and unfortunately this one turned out to be the week after my cut back week, but no matter, I was alrady registered when I hashed that detail out. So I basically trained, for several months. I'm very pleased to continue to be injury free and able to run properly. Today I ran and it went alright not perfect, but overall, I am pleased… Read how I did it…
How I did it: When I initially was losing weight, I tended to eat a lot of lean cuisine meals, as the calories are listed right on the box and that made me feel safe. Also the one size serving and such are convenient with no leftovers and quite easy to take to work. But...after a while I got tired of meals from boxes. I started using recipes from Lowfatcooking.com and a few other sites. THen my Mother got me a subscription… Read how I did it…
How I did it: Pretty simple, but took forever.In July I had an appointment with the Insurance rep and signed up.I called 2 hospitlas to request certificates of coverage.In Aug. I called them again.In September, I got one COC. I turned it in.In late September, I got the second COC, turned that one in and asked why my cards had not arrived. A second request was put in for cards, and my cards arrived today!!! Yipee! Read how I did it…
How I did it: I forced myself to go even when I didn't want to. I just scheduled it in and counted it up each week, and made an entry. I just noticed that I now go to the gym like I used to, without thinking much about it. Now, I actually feel odd if I don't go. I've lost a few pounds and feel much better.. Read how I did it…
