[missjane]

Major cyberhugs to all of my friends here at JP for all of the kind words and PM's. You all are wonderful.

Tomorrow I have a day off of work and I will be getting my BodPod done in the AM. I plan to workout tomorrow sometime, as well. I'll just ease back in and feel my way through.

I'll report back in on the BodPod results, too!

Originally Posted by UConnJulie

Jane, first of all, I am SOOOOOOO sorry about Sophie. I just can't imagine the sorrow and pain you are feeling from such a traumatic event. You are in my prayers.

Second, I have Power Training, and although I think it is a great book and well laid-out, 4x10 is a LOT of volume. I have been on Dos' board and somewhere he does say that if you are not used to that much volume to build up to it, or to just drop one set to make it more like what you have been doing. You don't want to burn yourself out dieting and doing that much volume. JMO.

Sending you some hugs and warm fuzzy thoughts ...

Originally Posted by fengshway

hey jane, just want you to know that I am thinking of you. gentle exercise feels right to me in these times. meditative walks, yoga and stretches. putting on some music and going for a gentle walk in a venue that renews my spirit. hoping these ideas resonate with you too. (((((HUGS)))))

Originally Posted by GinnyLou

You have every reason to be having a tough time. I hope it starts getting easier for you. I've been thinking about you a ton. Be sure and take care of yourself.

Originally Posted by nutbar

Agreed. Don't pressure yourself right now with workouts, just go with some gentle movements while you start to heal. You're already looking hot in your bikini so no pressures there.

Originally Posted by UConnJulie

x4

Allow yourself the space to grieve ... and the space to recover.
Sending more hugs ...

Originally Posted by gregl515

Take your time and allow yourself to grieve properly. That is a horrible loss.

Originally Posted by dillytl

Jane, I'm so very sorry to hear about Sophie .......Big hugs to you.

Originally Posted by Cynic

Jane, I'm sorry to hear about Sophie. I do hope you can get back into the swing of things before too long, but certainly give yourself some time to grieve.

Of all the damnable circumstance...

I read the story. I look forward to your return but take the time needed.

Originally Posted by SpacecityPaula

*hugs* now is the time to be gentle with yourself.

Originally Posted by jesca

Hugs! I totally agree with everyone. I do better when I get outside and away from everything. I grieved through running on a track as well. Somehow going in circles over and over was meditative. I didn't have to worry about lights or anything I could just let my mind go and my body deal with it. Find what works for you and allow yourself the time to do it. We're here for you!

Originally Posted by kfisherx

Yeah Jane... I was wondering about you coming back so soon. Just chill and grieve and rest. Your body needs that from you. Eat healthy and hydrate and get more sleep than normal. Things will come back for you eventually. Don't rush it...

Originally Posted by LoriAnne

Jane, I have been out of the loop for many days and wanted you to know how sorry I am for you as I just read this horrible news.

You will get back to that place where you can focus mentally and physically, but don't let any more unhappiness into your life because you are taking a needed break. You are an amazing woman and will get through this difficult time. Grief is exhausting and the way we deal with it is exceptionally personal. Do what you need to do for yourself and know that we all care about you.

Originally Posted by Bytsi

Hey Jane... I know it's been said before, but take your time and let yourself deal with emotions before you try a new challenging program. Sometimes working out helps, but do it on your own terms, and only if it is helping.

I just saw an article in the paper about possibly closing the dog park because yours wasn't the only incident (a large dog swam across the pond and hurt a small dog)... you probably saw the article, but... they really do need to police those things better to ensure safety for everyone if they're going to keep it open.

Hang in there... we're thinking about you.

Originally Posted by Littlemermaidklb

I thought I has posted my best wishes to you inhere at some point, but I don't see them and I'm sure the site probably ate them while it was doing strange and bizarre things. At any rate, I echo what everyone else in here has said about giving yourself time to heal. Hope to see you posting again soon! We miss you!

Originally Posted by prof41

Hi Miss Jane

Although I've been AWOL on the site for quite a bit, I just read about your loss and wanted to send my symphathies to you.
Take good care of yourself