When I go back, my time is taken up visiting/ going out with friends or family who want to feed me and socialise with a few drinks! It's all going to be about willpower...I'm a grown woman who knows how to say no, aren't I?? This is the time to find out if I really have changed my ways or not....wish me luck!
The second thing I have to share with you is about my remarkable dad! I told you a bit about him HERE, but this time he has REALLY excelled himself.
The Boy's Brigade in mum and dad's Church are fundraising for Barnardo's and he got the idea into his head that he could be sponsored to ride my SIL'S horse......of course we all shouted him down, told him not to be ridiculous -he's never been on a horse in his life etc.
Well, he sent me these pics last night
..and yes he got his wish. He only went once round the paddock and said that getting on and off was the worst bit of the experience. What a man! I have to point out here that he didn't manage to get out to Church on Sunday because he was so breathless, but three days later had determinedly ridden a horse . We will never be able to say that my dad gave up his zest for life easily!
Thanks for dropping by!
take care of you
Alison xx
He looks amazing up there on that horse! What a man! Obviously once he sets his mind to it he has great determination.
ReplyDeleteAnd how brilliant is that weight loss! Just don't go mad when you are back over here, but even if you do put on a couple of pounds, give yourself a month to get rid of them again and you'll be fine!
Sounds like as soon as you tell your dad he can't do something....he's determined he will....good on him!!
ReplyDeleteAnd very well done on the weight loss.
well done on the weight loss
ReplyDeleteCONGRATS on the weight loss - I think my scale is broken because it hasn't moved in a while! LOL Enjoyed the story about your day. Have a great trip!
ReplyDeleteYAY for the weight loss, the upcoming trip and your dad! The scale made me happy this morning (1/10th of a pound to Onederland!) but the Chosen One and I are headed to Charleston for 4 days to celebrate our 25th and I will not stress about the weight! Enjoy your time with those you love :)
ReplyDeleteFab news on both fronts - have fun in the UK!!
ReplyDeleteGood girl with the weight loss,
ReplyDeletewoohoo for your Dad! What a star! And woohoo for your awesome weight loss! have a lovely time in the UK and don't forget to say no!
ReplyDeleteTotal respect to your Dad!
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a great time back in the UK
Congratulations on the weight loss, yay!! And oh my, your dad is a character....
ReplyDeleteAAAAaaaah that is delightful Alison! He certainly is quite the go getter! Phew!! And congrats on your weight -loss, and enjoy your trip!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the weight loss and well done to your dad, I think he's amazing :) x
ReplyDeleteWhat a man, such determination, lovely to see him up there on that horse. Very well done to you too, that's a tremendous achievement. Good luck with your visit, hope you can find the right balance. You do deserve to enjoy yourself too.
ReplyDeleteI hope you are having a wonderful time in the UK Alison! Your perseverance paid off - good job on losing the weight you wanted!! That is so wonderful for your dad, he is making memories!
ReplyDeleteThought you'd been quiet - I must have missed this post. Well done on your weight loss. Enjoy the NE - the weather won't have been what you are used to - it's awful!
ReplyDeleteGreat story -next time encourage him and it may not make him want to prove you all wrong :0)
Enjoy x
Wow, congrats on your weight loss! You are doing phenomenal. Such an inspiration. I finally have a few moments to visit fellow blogging friends and it was so good to see all your recent fun travels and NSD winnings! :) My scrapspace is still a wreck and not yet usable, but everything is now out of boxes; so hopefully I will be able to join in the fun soon. Hope you are doing wonderful! Hugs!
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