Thursday Roll Call
Happy Thursday everyone!
I am here at the ole IPD trying to look busy. There isn't much here to do as the boys always slow down at this time of year except for the DUI's, gotta get them off of the street.
We are going to watch the dress rehearsal for the Christmas Eve services at Willow tonight and that is about it.
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I am here at the ole IPD trying to look busy. There isn't much here to do as the boys always slow down at this time of year except for the DUI's, gotta get them off of the street.
We are going to watch the dress rehearsal for the Christmas Eve services at Willow tonight and that is about it.
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Good Morning,
Heading out a few minutes early this morning. I am working in Ottawa today, so its 20 miles on a flat highway,with nothing to stop the blowing snow.Not what I like to drive in.
I may stop at the bank and store on my way home. That way I can clean all day tomorrow.
Have a good, safe day. Keep warm.
Huggers,
LISA
Heading out a few minutes early this morning. I am working in Ottawa today, so its 20 miles on a flat highway,with nothing to stop the blowing snow.Not what I like to drive in.
I may stop at the bank and store on my way home. That way I can clean all day tomorrow.
Have a good, safe day. Keep warm.
Huggers,
LISA
Hello everyone
I am at work and I am wishing it was Friday. Tomorrow is Secret Santa Day...we do our gift exchange. I always love gift exchanges. It's also a food day too but I won't be participating. It's always a bunch of junk food. So I won't even go near the table.
Yesterday I was able to work out for 55 minutes. So I am almost back up to my prior time and I am back to my normal speed. But I have to start working the incline back in. Everything in due time. Tomorrow is my weekly weigh in and I am wondering how I did since I didn't workout for 9 days while I was sick...I probably gained weight.
Christine- I agree we need to get the DUI's off the street. We had that bad DUI accident a few years back in Oswego that killed 5 teenagers (I think it was 5 people) anyway it happened just blocks from my apartment.
Well back to work. See everyone later.
I am at work and I am wishing it was Friday. Tomorrow is Secret Santa Day...we do our gift exchange. I always love gift exchanges. It's also a food day too but I won't be participating. It's always a bunch of junk food. So I won't even go near the table.
Yesterday I was able to work out for 55 minutes. So I am almost back up to my prior time and I am back to my normal speed. But I have to start working the incline back in. Everything in due time. Tomorrow is my weekly weigh in and I am wondering how I did since I didn't workout for 9 days while I was sick...I probably gained weight.
Christine- I agree we need to get the DUI's off the street. We had that bad DUI accident a few years back in Oswego that killed 5 teenagers (I think it was 5 people) anyway it happened just blocks from my apartment.
Well back to work. See everyone later.
Good Morning.
Just finished paying bills and now thinking about some breakfast before I head into work at 10 this morning. Only 2 more days than vacation for a week.
Not sure what I will be doing when I get home tonight. Morgan and I have been trying to spend at least 10 mins a night cleaning her closet. Its a large walk in and she likes to keep everything.
Have a great day!
Just finished paying bills and now thinking about some breakfast before I head into work at 10 this morning. Only 2 more days than vacation for a week.
Not sure what I will be doing when I get home tonight. Morgan and I have been trying to spend at least 10 mins a night cleaning her closet. Its a large walk in and she likes to keep everything.
Have a great day!
Monica V. 
Good morning Chris and the rest of Illinois!
I am working today and trying to figure out how & when to schedule the different things that need to be done. I am hoping to be able to knock out Wally-World at lunch, but when I am rushed is when I forget things. I will make a list and check it twice!
Todd put the tree into a different stand last night and so far, so good. If it is still standing and seems stable, I will get the lights on it tonight (I hope).
I must thank you all for keeping the snow where you live. We have not gotten any (yet). Makes getting things done a bit easier.
Last evening, I heard that a dear friend of mine lost her battle with Morbid Obesity and died in her sleep. She was only 42. I had reconnected with her in March and here is what she said:
"I had roux en y in 91, i was @ 492, lost 180, went thru a depression, figured out how to get around the wls andn gained 80. I then went 2 OA lost 50, had a long winter and gained 20. Just started physical therapy this week, hoping 2 get under 300 so i can get a knee replacement."
She had sleep apnea and was losing the battle with the constant pain she was in. She was a very lovely, kind, gentle and wise soul. She will be missed greatly.
My point in telling you all this is to show that "xxxx lbs. gone FOREVER" is only true if you are vigilant and walk the walk and make permanent lifestyle changes. My friend was really trying, but she lost the battle. It will ALWAYS be a battle. Keeping to this board and seeking support is KEY. I had invited her to the board and to our local support meetings, but it never happened.
I am working today and trying to figure out how & when to schedule the different things that need to be done. I am hoping to be able to knock out Wally-World at lunch, but when I am rushed is when I forget things. I will make a list and check it twice!
Todd put the tree into a different stand last night and so far, so good. If it is still standing and seems stable, I will get the lights on it tonight (I hope).
I must thank you all for keeping the snow where you live. We have not gotten any (yet). Makes getting things done a bit easier.
Last evening, I heard that a dear friend of mine lost her battle with Morbid Obesity and died in her sleep. She was only 42. I had reconnected with her in March and here is what she said:
"I had roux en y in 91, i was @ 492, lost 180, went thru a depression, figured out how to get around the wls andn gained 80. I then went 2 OA lost 50, had a long winter and gained 20. Just started physical therapy this week, hoping 2 get under 300 so i can get a knee replacement."
She had sleep apnea and was losing the battle with the constant pain she was in. She was a very lovely, kind, gentle and wise soul. She will be missed greatly.
My point in telling you all this is to show that "xxxx lbs. gone FOREVER" is only true if you are vigilant and walk the walk and make permanent lifestyle changes. My friend was really trying, but she lost the battle. It will ALWAYS be a battle. Keeping to this board and seeking support is KEY. I had invited her to the board and to our local support meetings, but it never happened.
Tell someone that you love them!
Dawn
253/223/167/127
HW/SW/CW/GW
Hi Dawn.
I read your post earlier this morning but couldn't respond.
It touched my heart and I started to cry. It is a constant battle. Your message is just what I needed today. I am doing fairly well but could be more compiant. It helped me realize what is important. It has to be a permanent change and support is key! I am going back to my support system in January. I missed the group so much. I had to get over the "shame" of it all - the huge regain.
I can imagine how your dear friend felt all those months. She will be missed.
I am so sorry for your loss! But, thanks for sharing. I'm sure you made a huge impact on many people who are struggling in their weight loss and maintenance journey.
Lucy
I read your post earlier this morning but couldn't respond.
It touched my heart and I started to cry. It is a constant battle. Your message is just what I needed today. I am doing fairly well but could be more compiant. It helped me realize what is important. It has to be a permanent change and support is key! I am going back to my support system in January. I missed the group so much. I had to get over the "shame" of it all - the huge regain.
I can imagine how your dear friend felt all those months. She will be missed.
I am so sorry for your loss! But, thanks for sharing. I'm sure you made a huge impact on many people who are struggling in their weight loss and maintenance journey.
Lucy
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Pre-op/RNY day/pre DS day/current/goal- Realize Band 5/15/08; RNY 6/8/05, Removal Band and RNY to DS 8/25/10. RNY & Band surgeon was Dr. Guske.
Good afternoon cyber Friends,
i have to say after reading Dawn's message this morning I really needed time to reflect. Dawn, how sad to hear about your friends loss to obesity. i am 46, have sleep apnea and high blood pressure. Of course I too am morbidly obese. This whole week I have been thinking of "why did I do this" and other pity parties. But after reading what you wrote, I had to do some heavy soul searching. First, I need to say Thank You God for watching over me as I began the steps to the surgery, during the surgery and now my recovery. Second to you all here and my family. Without all of your support, emotionally and physically I would never have made it.
Today I am doing so much better. I never thought I would. I could not see past the pain and the way I felt earlier this week. Today I am going to Chicago to see Wicked with my daughter and her drama club. I never thought I would be doing this on Monday. You all were right, give it time. I stopped by my classroom today, boy do I miss my job, and the support, the encouragement and all the wonderful love from my co-workers were really what my spirit needed. How blessed I am to have all this love in my life.
i have been so busy dwelling on the negative I never looked at the positives. I went to Fashion Bug to see about some pants for tonight. The last pair I bought were 30/32, today I bought 22/24. Who would have thought. They are some jersey type pant that tie in the waist plus the price was right. 8$!! YEAH!!
So, for today and the rest, I will look at the blessings and try to dwell on the nots,
Thank you guys for all your support.
Debbie
i have to say after reading Dawn's message this morning I really needed time to reflect. Dawn, how sad to hear about your friends loss to obesity. i am 46, have sleep apnea and high blood pressure. Of course I too am morbidly obese. This whole week I have been thinking of "why did I do this" and other pity parties. But after reading what you wrote, I had to do some heavy soul searching. First, I need to say Thank You God for watching over me as I began the steps to the surgery, during the surgery and now my recovery. Second to you all here and my family. Without all of your support, emotionally and physically I would never have made it.
Today I am doing so much better. I never thought I would. I could not see past the pain and the way I felt earlier this week. Today I am going to Chicago to see Wicked with my daughter and her drama club. I never thought I would be doing this on Monday. You all were right, give it time. I stopped by my classroom today, boy do I miss my job, and the support, the encouragement and all the wonderful love from my co-workers were really what my spirit needed. How blessed I am to have all this love in my life.
i have been so busy dwelling on the negative I never looked at the positives. I went to Fashion Bug to see about some pants for tonight. The last pair I bought were 30/32, today I bought 22/24. Who would have thought. They are some jersey type pant that tie in the waist plus the price was right. 8$!! YEAH!!
So, for today and the rest, I will look at the blessings and try to dwell on the nots,
Thank you guys for all your support.
Debbie
Debbie:
I am SO glad that you have "turned the corner". that first week or two is very difficult and it must have taken me 6-8 before I felt completely "normal" again. Yoiu must remember that this is MAJOR surgery.
I did not post about my friend to make anyone feel bad. It is just the truth that we need to be constantly vigilant and make permanent changes to keep the good health that we have worked so hard to acheive.
With lots of support, we will do fine. That is why we are here for each other. I am just sad that she did not or could not take advantage of this.
I am SO glad that you have "turned the corner". that first week or two is very difficult and it must have taken me 6-8 before I felt completely "normal" again. Yoiu must remember that this is MAJOR surgery.
I did not post about my friend to make anyone feel bad. It is just the truth that we need to be constantly vigilant and make permanent changes to keep the good health that we have worked so hard to acheive.
With lots of support, we will do fine. That is why we are here for each other. I am just sad that she did not or could not take advantage of this.
Tell someone that you love them!
Dawn
253/223/167/127
HW/SW/CW/GW
Dawn,
You are so right that this tool is a gift we give to us, but we need to work on it dailly. This evening, as I was helping chaparone my daughter's drama club to see Wicked in Chicago, one the moms asked what kind of surgery did I have. Now this woman is also morbidly obese, larger that I ever was at my highest weight and I figured what the heck I would talk to her about it. Only to my surprise, did I learn she too had RNY 6yrs ago. I felt my mom drop. This lady also had her surgery at Highland Park, different dr, but I felt so sad for her.
So tonight as I was sitting comfortably ( I actually fit in the seats) I truely felt proud of the decision I made.
Ok, I am done. Hope all have a good night
Debbie
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