It's fast pace most days and stress is high, especially during sessions of Congress and our state legislature when funding is being discussed for agencies and programs. In addition, my husband and I own a publishing company. My part of the bargain is the setup, editing and final camera ready product for the press, keeping the records and everyday bookkeeping, correspondence and traveling when I can with my husband on selling trips. In addition, I have been asked to write a cookbook using the low fat recipes I have developed over time. My gallbladder does not digest fats very easily and I have had to adjust recipes to accommodate my needs.
Fitness is great, but after having children and no time, the pounds slowly creep up.
I was a foster parent for 12 years and spent much of my time in my van, shuttling my 5 teenage foster girls and 1 teenage son to sports, school, and other appointments. Consequently we ate a lot of fast food. The kids were all gone and I was left with an empty van and to many pounds. On a 5 foot frame, this is not a pretty sight. When I visit him he always invites me to work out at the gym.