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Debjynx
on 3/25/08 12:01 am - MN
Topic: RE: Happy Easter!
Obviously I forgot that liitle thing. I ate way too much sugar and had a fibro flair-up so I slept til noon yesterday but I did go swimming. I feel so much better today. Deb
Britt
on 3/24/08 6:37 pm - Long Island, NY
Topic: RE: Weekly Weigh In week of 3/24/08
Kim - how exciting that you got your feeding tube removed. This surgery was the key for you. I am so glad to hear that you are doing so well!!! I looked at your profile the Esater pic of you and Henery is so CUTE tHANKS FOR YOUR KIND WORDS about my doggy - it was SO had ... but like you said I know we did th eright thing (as hard as it was) thankagain and congrats on maintaing your WEIGHT hugs, Britt
dancinjudge
on 3/24/08 1:09 pm - Oregon City, OR
Topic: RE: Weekly Weigh In week of 3/24/08
Happy Spring everyone! Britt, I'm sorry about your doggy. I had to go through the same thing with 2 chihuahuas a few years ago. We loved them so much, but they just were a bad fit with our family. And we did everything we could to try to make it work, but it just didn't. And most recently, we had to find a new home for our kitty that we have had for 4 years. That was hard, hard, hard! And the guilt. It can be tremendous. But know you did what you needed to do for your family. It's ok to miss em. I haven't checked in for a couple weeks. It's been really hectic at work. I'm now back full time and it's the middle of our busy season, so I'm already working over 40 hours a week. But I'm feeling fine!!! We had a great Easter. I posted a couple of pics on my profile. We went to dinner at Red Lobster and it was great! Very relaxing. It was a kidless weekend, and it was nice to reconnect with my wonderful hubby. He's been so great standing by me through my whole ordeal. I got my J tube out today! So I'm finally nearing the end of my nightmare. I have been off tube feeds for 2 weeks and holding steady. So, here's my stats. Same as 2 weeks ago. Starting weight 202 Last week = 112 This week = 114 Loss this week = 0 Total loss = 88 Current BMI = 19.6
dancinjudge
on 3/24/08 12:57 pm - Oregon City, OR
Topic: My J Tube is OUT!!!
Well, I've been off all tube feeds for 2 weeks, and I've held my weight. Didn't lose. So I got my J tube out today! It's almost like the end of the nightmare I've been living this last year. I'm almost afraid to breathe and think this may be the end of the tunnel. But I went on a 3 mile walk this weekend with my hubby. I'm back to work full time and feeling great. Now if I can just get the financial stuff figured out, I'd be so happy!
Britt
on 3/24/08 4:12 am - Long Island, NY
Topic: RE: Weekly Weigh In week of 3/24/08
Hi Trudy!!! ((((thank you)))) I have broken down a few times - especially as the time nears. I *know in my heart* that we are doing the right thing for our kids / kids that visit our home and for SPENCER! My kids LOVE him ... but cannot even pet him ...he growls and goes to bite - at Sofia's birthday party he went after one ofthe kids who trid to pet him. The kids are not aggressive to him ... he just associates little kids with less attention for him. its SAD But the new girl I found for him seems really excited and will give Spencer lots of adult attention. She also agreed to update us so we will know how they are adjusting. thanks for the prayers - my eyes are swollen from crying .... no make up - i look *lovely* this is HARD!!!!! This is going to be a tough week for all of us. So far - i am feeling the feelings and HAVE NOT turned to food! I am happy about that. hugs, Britt
(deactivated member)
on 3/24/08 3:57 am
Topic: RE: Weekly Weigh In week of 3/24/08
Britt I didn't express my concern about your dog. It seems so horrible. I know that it would make me an emotional wreck to have to part with one of mine. Like you I'd do what is best for the kids but it would really kick my butt. Let yourself cry, be sad, morn the loss. Don't eat. Exercise or do anything else to get you through. I've said a prayer for you and I'll say another this evening when the deed is being done. I know that you have found a wonderful home for Spencer. I'll bet that he will be a happy there. The beagle I took in from rescue lived with a woman by herself who was gone to work 10-12 hours per day and he stayed outside during that time. She wanted him to be happier. Sent him with us so that he would have a family and another dog and more time in the house. I know that it broke her heart and I want to let her look in on him sometimes. He has bonded beautifully with the other beagle (they were gone for 5 days and stayed together the entire time.) I want to let her see him snuggling with my son every night. He is happy with us and we are so blessed with him. I know that you are doing what is best for all.
(deactivated member)
on 3/24/08 3:50 am
Topic: RE: Weekly Weigh In week of 3/24/08
My husband is a animal lover too but he has a stronger will than me. He really didn't want to take in the foster but has been good to him. I'm weak I'd be the old cat/dog lady if I weren't careful. I wouldn't have enough lap anymore for 5 yorkies (Yeah) . Mine is on me all the time. You can't help but love the little buger. The beagle are truly my love what great lovers they are. Its noon and I"m drinking Isopure like it is good! I am going to have an achieve one this afternoon. I love them and I figure it will be almost like a treat. Oh yes I need the routine. It wasn't easy getting up and out the door though. I wouldn't have placed you as a whiner from your posts. I am not a whiner. If I whine... its pretty bad. I whine in writing but not out loud! My hubby... oh my goodness. He could use the surgery too but I don't know if I could stand his recovery. He is not near as tough as me. Continue being a happy moma and get that recovery down good. Don't overdoit. Hugs, Trudy
peace0309
on 3/24/08 1:56 am - Alexandria, LA
Topic: RE: Weekly Weigh In week of 3/24/08
Hi CeCe, Thanks for that advice! That was something I didn't know. I have been pretty good at trying to stay off the scale every day. But Monday morning was my day to weigh in and it wasn't pretty!! Patience is VERY HARD for me, I follow the same behavior as you. When I don't see instant results, I get very discouraged. But I am trying to focus more on the eating healthily and working out more instead of counting every calorie and protein gram that goes into my mouth. I monitored it for a week - calories, protein grams, sodium, potassium, everything - so now I know what I can and cannot eat, what I should and should not eat. So now it's just a matter of WILL - what I WILL and WILL NOT eat! But I am determined to do this right! And my determination is at most times made of IRON!! Thanks for the encouragement, it will keep me on track today!! How's the recuperation coming? Sorry I haven't been keeping up, but what kind of PS did you have? I saw the arms mentioned in one of your notes, I was thinking of getting my arms done. But I hear it's more expensive than the lower body. Is that true? Hope everything is going well on your way to recovery. Deidrah
Britt
on 3/24/08 1:22 am - Long Island, NY
Topic: RE: Weekly Weigh In week of 3/24/08
Trudy -- I could have wrote *EVERY WORD* you typed! we *CAN* do this! (I AGREE IF I EAT RIGHT AND SEE A GIAN - I *KNOW* ITS WATER WEIGHT AND I AM SO ok WITH IT - its when i haven't DONE THE RIGHT THING - WHEN *I KNOW EXACTLY* WHY THAT SCALE IS UP!!!) hugs, Britt
CeCeXercises
on 3/24/08 1:19 am
Topic: RE: Weekly Weigh In week of 3/24/08
Trudy, Thanks for the update on Boo Boo. There was beagle up for adoption at the pet resort where my pets stayed. I wish I could take in all sorts of dogs but I know from past experience that I can't!! We could handle five Yorkies but 2 Miniature Pinschers are almost too much to handle! I wish you great success with the lquids today. May you wake up tomorrow feeling all skinny and feeling more in control! It's amazing what even one day can do for you if you'e been feeling bloated and a little out of control. I hope you and your whole family enjoyed your vacation! I'll bet it wasn't easy to get up and back to work this morning! I told my husband last night that he would probably be THRILLED to be back at work and back to a more normal schedule! He's a great nurse but I know I get on his nerves! I tend to be a whiner most of the time anyway and after surgery it's really bad! Yesterday when I was going through that bad spell, I was uncharacteristically quiet and he kept asking what was wrong.I finally said that I was trying not to whine and get on his nerves. He said the way I was acting was WORSE than being my usual whining self! When I think about what he has to go through on the other end of this surgery cycle, he doesn't have it easy either. He has to watch me being wheeled off into hours and hours of major surgery wondering if he'll ever see me alive again. Then, he watches me suffer with pain and swelling and he has to help out and hang around with me being the center of all his attention. I won't even mention the financial costs of my getting a new body! Since I haven't worked full time in years, I feel guilty about the expense but he is so good about it! He says what better way to invest our money than my feeling good about myself! He said we could have gone on fantastic vacations but all we'd have is memories and pictures. He says he loves seeing me so happy with my body after being so depressed and miserable. I guess it just proves the old saying: "If Mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy!!" Well, despite the pain, Mama is very happy right now! CeCe
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