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2020 Review: Weight loss, job search, parenting

 I started weight loss journey at the end of May and buddied up with frind to start logging on MFP. We also started working out. Results started to stall in the first month. In also had covid in June and had a hard time recovering in 2-3 weeks. Started experimenting with low carb in July and it converted to Ketogenic soon. In the first 3 months I lost 12 kilos. In the next 4, I lost 6 more. Making the grand total for 2020 at 18 kilos. I got down from 82.6 to 64. This involved very little exercise and I did get off track by having guests over. School drop off and pick up was a good physical activity. Job search was not as rewarding as weight loss. I had one AT interview and only managed to get 2 vikariat interviews. COVID ensured that people had an excuse to turn down any contact because of budget cuts etc. On 31st December, I finally received an offer for GP setting. It wasn't my first choice but there is some hope that it might lead to better AT chances in the same area, so I am r

Daily routine, 2nd week update

It really helped to sit down and setup a framework based on the must do tasks. But I did lag behind when it comes to the want-to tasks and things that would improve my well being like sleeping on a specific time.

Eid prep

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I was not sure what or how I will do for Eid but after watching few videos, I got the inspiration and idea. So I had made these donuts a while back and today made an accordion style banner also We have been thinking to go to Ullared for big shop specially regarding kids' eid gifts. And I have visualized amazing gifts presentation this year. I have the pinata made, filled and ready. Now I need to find a shiny gift wrap for some over the top presentation as I want to wow the boys. Also I want an amazing cake that just adds to the fun sweet decor we will have.