Christmas in our little household came and went with very little stress and lots of good memories. We spoke with Chantal and Dale and got to listen to how excited they are as they plan their wedding.
I also had an awesome conversation with Micheline - Trinity was busy playing chess with her Dad so we were going to connect later.
A few of my family members were having Christmas with my younger brother so I gave them a call. I spoke with my mother and my younger brother and to my surprise I was also able to speak with my twin bother - we have drifted so far apart that I rarely ever speak to him. He got on the phone and we talked about how his kid's are doing and I did the same and we talked about getting together when I am on the Island. The gift of a conversation is so much more than any material gift.
Boxing Day Gerry had to work so I took some rest time in the morning and then off to the gym. Wow, what a workout!!! Once I learn how to create a video, I want to share some of these exercises with whoever is interested. They are intense but can be done in a way that saves a person from injury. Thank you, Kalev, Janine and Devin. I am having to deal with some weight gain though. I am gaining quite a bit of muscle (which is good)and what comes along with that are a few pounds - with my history, it's still scary but I will deal with it.
That evening I had a call from Micheline and I spoke with Trinity. Her words to me meant more than she will ever know. She said "Thank you Grandma for giving me a life". It shocked Micheline and me!!! Little does she know that I became pregnant with her mom at the age of 21 and I wasn't married. I had just completed my flight attendant training program and had passed the probationary period and was finally flying!!! I had no idea I was pregnant but knew something wasn't right. I can still remember walking out of the doctor's office with a stunned look on my face and getting into a cab. The cab driver took one look at me and asked if I was pregnant - I said yes. He then told me he could get me an abortion for $500. I was in a state of shock to begin with and his statement just about put me over the edge. I didn't even think twice as I responded with a resounding "NO". I loved this little baby from that moment. I had no religious beliefs at that time so it wasn't a pro-life or pro-choice decision. Life's path did change with my decision but even if I had known what the future would hold, that decision was one I would never change. I love my daughter so much and am so blessed that she has allowed me to be such an important part of my granddaughter's life. Thank you Micheline.
Thursday I was back at work but had the chance to do a great spin workout at the gym. Lots of sweat but it felt great! I'm getting a bit of an injury - it's Plantar Fasciitis - hopefully this is a short term injury. I think I am going to have to take some time off walking to work and maybe a couple of days off of running.
Today Gerry started a long awaited holiday and I got a ride to work. At lunch I worked out with one of the personal trainers and he put me through another awesome workout. After work I went swimming and Gerry put me through a great swim workout!! Boy, what a day. We then headed off to Value Village to buy cargo pants for me. For those of you who are thrifty and want to get into the recycling mode it's a great place to buy jeans and casual pants. I got three pairs of cargo pants for $25!! And they look great. We are home now and getting ready to spend four days on the Island (Vancouver Island) with very good friends. Can't wait!!
Barbara<><
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