I’m The Man!
I had the bragging rights since I found out that, after our regular check-up, my cholesterol level was at a good, normal level while my husband’s was very high. Hah! I have been nagging him to eat fresh veggies and fruits! And to never eat crispy pata, lechon and dinuguan! And now, who said I made a bad decision of not having cable TV in the house so no one becomes a couch potato? Aber? Who’s the man…er woman????
After 2 hours of non-stop bragging, I suddenly realized that if my husband is that unhealthy, I have a very good chance of being widowed early. And that is not a very pleasant thought.
Celso and I sat down and reviewed our overall physical health, insurance coverage and family medical history. We faced this painful truth because we are determined to live long enough to see our children grow. We also reminded ourselves that as partners in life, we need to constantly teach and help each other. And if I need to take the lead in terms of eating right and exercising regularly, so be it.
For days now, I can still feel Celso cringe while he eats oatmeal with bananas for breakfast, baked salmon + spinach salad for lunch, and ½ cup rice + grilled skinless chicken w peas for dinner. I am still working on getting him to join me in my step aerobics, pilates and yoga routines.
A girl’s got to do what a girl’s got to do.
