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Topic: RE: X POST OLDIE ASKING QUESTIONS
Wow, I never come on here anymore. Just another day and thought I'd drop in and see if any of us oldies are around and I find you and Lu. Although Lu I speak to everyday, I hardly ever hear from you Miss Jill.
Anyway, after reading your post I only have a couple of things to say.
First: Iron - the only thing that has helped me is actual Iron Infusions. I go in to the Cancer Center, they stick a needle in my arm, fill me full of Iron for 2 to 3 hours and send me home until next time. I had that done for 4 months in a row and now I haven't had to go in over a year. I am due for bloodwork very shortly though so we will see. But I still think I'm ok. Although a bit tired, I don't have the obssessive need to chew ice. That is my key that iron is low.
Second: Teeth - I have always had bad teeth. I had my first absess when I was 2 years old. I knew I was destined to lose all my teeth and I'm right there with you Jillie. Dentures. They suck by the way (and not in a good way). So as you said to everyone...TAKE CARE OF YOUR TEETH and take your calcium. Granted I had other issues including my bout with cancer and chemo but I do believe it was lack of nutritional adherance that really hastened my dental problems.
OK, I'm done. Now I shall probably go away for another 6 months or so. Tax season is over until January so I'm floating around till then.
Jillie, Mike and I miss you. We have moved and you must plan to come down to visit us sometime. If you do, I'll try to get some of the old gang to all get together. It would be so great to see some of you again. Not all of you though. LOL Just kidding.
Love ya Jillie,
Steph
Anyway, after reading your post I only have a couple of things to say.
First: Iron - the only thing that has helped me is actual Iron Infusions. I go in to the Cancer Center, they stick a needle in my arm, fill me full of Iron for 2 to 3 hours and send me home until next time. I had that done for 4 months in a row and now I haven't had to go in over a year. I am due for bloodwork very shortly though so we will see. But I still think I'm ok. Although a bit tired, I don't have the obssessive need to chew ice. That is my key that iron is low.
Second: Teeth - I have always had bad teeth. I had my first absess when I was 2 years old. I knew I was destined to lose all my teeth and I'm right there with you Jillie. Dentures. They suck by the way (and not in a good way). So as you said to everyone...TAKE CARE OF YOUR TEETH and take your calcium. Granted I had other issues including my bout with cancer and chemo but I do believe it was lack of nutritional adherance that really hastened my dental problems.
OK, I'm done. Now I shall probably go away for another 6 months or so. Tax season is over until January so I'm floating around till then.
Jillie, Mike and I miss you. We have moved and you must plan to come down to visit us sometime. If you do, I'll try to get some of the old gang to all get together. It would be so great to see some of you again. Not all of you though. LOL Just kidding.
Love ya Jillie,
Steph
Topic: RE: Hi Cali friends - What's Happening?
Welcome back! I've been super busy/crazy stressed, but in a good way I guess.
I've finally wrapped up all loose ends with my soon to be ex husband, and just waiting for my divorce to be final.
I am being transfered for work to Lancaster (where is that anyways?!) so I have to move. Ive been busy packing/cleaning/getting organized in general. I have to pack and move my house and my office - all in the same weekend!
Im also training to do a little triathlon in December with some friends in Palm Springs. I'm not sure how I find time to do it, but I do, and I'm enjoying it.
I've finally wrapped up all loose ends with my soon to be ex husband, and just waiting for my divorce to be final.
I am being transfered for work to Lancaster (where is that anyways?!) so I have to move. Ive been busy packing/cleaning/getting organized in general. I have to pack and move my house and my office - all in the same weekend!
Im also training to do a little triathlon in December with some friends in Palm Springs. I'm not sure how I find time to do it, but I do, and I'm enjoying it.
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HW 420/ SW 335 /CW 200 
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Topic: Hi Cali friends - What's Happening?
Greetings Cali Friends,
Sorry I have been MIA for a while. Been super busy at work and life in general. Just wanted to reconnect to see how everyone is. Hope you're all doing well and life is being kind. So what's happening in your world?
Hugs,
Barb
Sorry I have been MIA for a while. Been super busy at work and life in general. Just wanted to reconnect to see how everyone is. Hope you're all doing well and life is being kind. So what's happening in your world?
Hugs,
Barb
Topic: Nor Cal Losers Luncheon for November!!!
Time to celebrate November with fellow "losers"
Who: Pre-op, post-op no-op, anyone who wants friendship and
camaraderie while on their weight loss journey and/or
maintaining their weight loss. This isn't a formal
support group meeting but a get together among friends who support
one another in their quest for better health. Of course it goes without
saying, our So Cal friends are always welcome too.
When: Sat. November 12th - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Coco's Restaurant Concord, CA (Back in the Sunroom)
4391 Treat Blvd.
Concord, CA- (925) 676-2262
http://www.cocosbakery.com
Don't forget our clothing exchange, feel free to bring things you have "under grown" out of!
Please let me know if you'll be joining us so that I can tell Coco's how many folks to plan on.
Hugs,
Barb
Attending
Barb & Ron & Isla
Eileen
Marie
Kinneyshoe +1
Michelle C + 1
Remaining 2011 Luncheons & Get Togethers:
December 10th 3:30 p.m. Holiday Potluck & White Elephant, Barb & Ron's
Who: Pre-op, post-op no-op, anyone who wants friendship and
camaraderie while on their weight loss journey and/or
maintaining their weight loss. This isn't a formal
support group meeting but a get together among friends who support
one another in their quest for better health. Of course it goes without
saying, our So Cal friends are always welcome too.
When: Sat. November 12th - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Coco's Restaurant Concord, CA (Back in the Sunroom)
4391 Treat Blvd.
Concord, CA- (925) 676-2262
http://www.cocosbakery.com
Don't forget our clothing exchange, feel free to bring things you have "under grown" out of!
Please let me know if you'll be joining us so that I can tell Coco's how many folks to plan on.
Hugs,
Barb
Attending
Barb & Ron & Isla
Eileen
Marie
Kinneyshoe +1
Michelle C + 1
Remaining 2011 Luncheons & Get Togethers:
December 10th 3:30 p.m. Holiday Potluck & White Elephant, Barb & Ron's
Topic: RE: sacramento/north sacramento area support group
I found one last night through Sutter. It was at the Sutter Cancer Center on L Street in Sacramento. I'm really interested in going to as many as possible. I live right by the Raddisson so I'll check that one out too!
Topic: RE: San Diego Folks - Therapist Suggestions
I'm a 5'9", 33 year old mother of 2 living in Sunny San Diego
Starting Weight: 273 Surgery Weight: 235 Goal Weight: 140 Surgery Date: 08/08/11
Thank you!
I'm a 5'9", 33 year old mother of 2 living in Sunny San Diego
Starting Weight: 273 Surgery Weight: 235 Goal Weight: 140 Surgery Date: 08/08/11
Topic: RE: San Diego Folks - Therapist Suggestions
Lisa M. Steres, PhD – Psychologist
I couldn't locate a number but there is the name so you can call information :)
My therapist is in Escondido Area, and she doesn't necessarily focus on Bariatric but Behavior Therapy and her name is Lisa Klise Through PCSD number is 760-489-4930
I couldn't locate a number but there is the name so you can call information :)
My therapist is in Escondido Area, and she doesn't necessarily focus on Bariatric but Behavior Therapy and her name is Lisa Klise Through PCSD number is 760-489-4930
Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Topic: Good Morning
Today is Wednesday.....
Yesterday we changed our working hours. We will starting working 8 hrs shifts on the 3rd Of Nov. Trust, this writer is one happy camper.
I hope that since I will be training for the LA marathon, this new hours will help me so much more.
I hope you all have a great day.
Lu
Yesterday we changed our working hours. We will starting working 8 hrs shifts on the 3rd Of Nov. Trust, this writer is one happy camper.
I hope that since I will be training for the LA marathon, this new hours will help me so much more.
I hope you all have a great day.
Lu
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Topic: RE: feeling guilty
Taking care of yourself is essential if you want to be there for your family. I can preach it.. but I too feel guilty when I choose to concentrate on me. One year after my surgery and I still have a hard time not feeling guilty for not cooking for my family, when I get something done for me, and when I just need to have me time. BUT it is important!! It helps me to remind myself that by taking care of me, I will have more time to take care of them! Best of Luck... keep it up!
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