I'm going to talk to him but I'm nervous. I have to figure out exactly what I want to say and stick to that. Thanks for the support. I am under quite a bit of stress right now but I am okay. I just really don't need this added to it! Susan

Thanks Valorie. I definitely get my work done and put in a full 8 hours, whether it is at work or at home. I am getting all the help I need and my family/friends have been very supportive. But this really bugs me. I'm going to talk to him today about it - hopefully I won't get fired! I'm not going to be mean but I just want to know why he basically lead me on and then dropped me. Mom is doing pretty good and adjusting as best she can after being in the same house for 40 years. It's just going to take some time. Thank you! Susan

Susan, I am sorry to hear that you boss has gone back on his word. It shouldn't matter where you get your work done, as long as it is done. He originally said that right? I am afraid that I don't have any advice for you but I can certainly commiserate. You have to take the best care possible of your mother. PERIOD. Are you getting as much outside help as you can/can afford? Don't be afraid to ask for help is the only advice I have. My thoughts are with you. Let us know how things are progressing. Great week staying on track with your weight! Hugs, Valorie

Good morning all. I have had another crazy week but I am handling everything pretty well, I guess. That is - until yesterday. I think I mentioned this earlier but when I told my boss what was going on and that I was bringing my Mom to live with me, he was very agreeable and understanding. He said he would work with me on an alternative work schedule. Well, yesterday I needed to leave early to help my Mom get out of bed and so I told my boss that. He said I needed to come up with a schedule and I asked him what type of alternative work schedule he would be happy with. He told me that I needed to work 8 hours a day at the office every day, that we don't do telecommuting! I always get my hours in, whether it be at work or at home. So basically he is going back on everything he told me less than 2 weeks ago. I don't know what I am going to do. I can't afford to lose my job but I am not going to sacrifice my Mom's well-being either. Any suggestions? Okay. Now my stats. Sorry I didn't get a chance to post this until now! Starting weight: 233+ Last week: 136.2 This week: 135.8 Loss: .4 BMI: 21.2? Have a great week! Susan

I am so glad to hear that you are doing so well, all things considered.... I would be a complete mess if I were in your shoes.... WTG on the loss.... You should be very proud of yourself for not giving into emotional eating right now.... I am sure I would... You are such a strong woman.... I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.... God is GOOD and people can be too!!!!! (when given the chance) HUGS, Shawn M.