Tuesday Morning

Good morning fellow Hoosier losers! How are you all today? I hope well. I am up and sort of at 'em. I have to take Mikey to Occupational Therapy this morning though. So I don't have to be in to work first thing. That makes for a slightly interesting diversion. But then it's a full-day at work after that, and a second shift at Sears, too. Maybe the family will have the apartment cleaned up when I get home? I can hope.

It's been 3 months since I made it to my goal, and I have maintained within about 2 pounds plus or minus 145 since that time. I'm pretty proud.

Thursday, this week, my old house officially goes on the sheriff's sale for foreclosure. It's partly a relief, that it will be over with, and partly makes me feel like such a failure. This last year has been a really bad one, with Mike not having a job, hospitalizations, Chapter 13, flooding,... The other day when Santa Claus made his arrival to the mall, I started crying. I think it's just the sadness over the last year, that I've really mostly kept inside. Because it all started at Christmastime last year. I guess all in all I can't complain too much. For the most part, God has been watching over us and seen us through it all. But it still has been a bumpy road.

In trials we are made stonger.   You are a blessing to those you meet.  A "Bariatric Buddy" for sure.  God Bless and may He give you comfort as your "seasoning" takes place.
E

Good morning!

Linda....I truly hope & pray for you & your family that 2009 will be a much brighter year. Stay strong dear friend.

Okay...this is day 10 of my 'work days left til the end of the year'. I told Bill how much vacation time I have coming next year (312 hours) and he's starting to plan our first RV trip I think. LOL! He asked me if Brian would get mad about me being gone so much next year. Ummm...no. That's what vacation time is for!

While I was doing my benefits yesterday I learned that I'm eligible for a loan through my 401k. I checked my bills last night to see if I could reduce my monthly expenses if I did it..and I can by ~$150/month so I'm going to do it. That will also give me some cash to get the kids & grandkids Christmas shopping done without having to charge anything. That will be good. Those $80 fill-ups every week really pushed my credit card balances!

Well...I do hope you all have a marvelous day!

Sherri

Good Morning Linda & All,

Yesterday started really well for me till I heard so many sirens going down US 31 it thought me into a terrible panic attack. Today I am just drained and as the day  goes by I know I will feel better.
Linda, Things will look up one day at time
E. your posts are always full of blessings  and thank you.
Sherri, sorry I missed your calls yesterday I hope to talk with you later.   
My Love to all, and a great day.
Hugs, Love, & Blessings Gail
Special Prayers & Healthy Wishes for Those in Need.

Linda,

Bless your heart.  I lost my house to foreclosure a few years ago.  I went thru a nasty divorce and my standard of living went way down.  So I know the heartache that goes along with that.  I wrote a letter and left it in the house for whoever bought it.  That helped me say goodbye.  It had been my home for almost 14 years. 

Congratulations on meeting your goal weight!  You have every right to be proud of yourself!!!! 

Good Morning Fellow Hoosier Losers!  My first day of training is behind me, glad it is over!!!  The work was not as hard as I was afraid it would be, however yesterday afternoon I worked on the grill and reaching to the back of the grill and scraping the grill was hard.  The back of my legs hurt today, I am so pathetically out of shape.  I am off today, then back for my last two training days Wed and Thur.  Everyone seems to be really nice, so I think that is the biggest hurdle with any job..getting along with your coworkers.  Some of the guys really have potty mouths, but I used to work in the bars years ago so I am used to it.

My son had his drum lessons in Greenwood last night, when I picked him up his teacher came out to my car and told me that they didn't play the drums they talked.  They talked about his friend that commited suicide.  I am greatful my son has someone outside of me he can open up to other than myself.  The poor kid is struggling to come to terms with this tragedy. 

Linda, you are doing remarkably well..keep up the good work!

Have a great day, and lots of hugss for everyone.
Jeannie

DO NOT PUT UP with potty mouth.
Politely put them on notice that you do not tolerate that kind of action.
E

Good Morning Everyone,
   I am up & at it this am- going to take care of the twins, while DH takes Penny in for staple removal. OUCH! She has been in a lot of pain the last few days- I think alot of the pain meds. have worn off and now she is feeling the effects of all the surgery. That, and feeling stir crazy from being down for a week.
  Yesterday, I spent 3 hrs. with my SIl,visiting, trying to set up appts. for her. Her cancer Dr. is moving her offices to Ohio to teach, so she needs a new Dr. that specializes in Ovarian Cancer. She is down to 123# from 150 last yr. and having a hard time eating much of anything. I tried to encourage her to get protein shakes or something to supplement her food.I got her an appt. for 10:30 today, after finally talking to the nurse, who set it up. The Dr. is suppose to choose a Dr. who would be able to handle her case and refer her. Her last chemo treatment was rough, & she said the only reason she is having them is she doesn't want to leave her husband & kids.  I just love her so much. 
   Linda- God sure does watch over us- may this coming year be fully of blessings for you & your family- you deserve them! I admire your hard work and the way you stand up for your kids needs!!!! You are a blessing to others & positive example!
  Jeannie,So glad your son reached out to someone and talked. It is sooo hard to see young ones go thru  grief. Our friends are still having a horrible time, and it really changed the lives of so many young people in our chur*****luding my grandson. I continue to pray for you all.
  Gail, Honey, when you hear those siren's just say a prayer & know that angels are speeding there way to help someone in need. I am praying for peace for you, dear one. Can't wait to see you!
  E- Good to see you posting again- Dave Jones said he saw you this last weekend - was able to recognize you, & was amazed at your weight loss. He is such a dear friend & mentor of mine. God was sure at work from what little he told me, Praise Him!

Sherri,So good to talk to you. I knew Bill would start planning RV trips already!!! It is fun to have something to look forward to, isn't it? I still say Vegas!!! After all you 2 have gone thru, it's time you got to relax. Hope your test shows everything they need to fix it this Friday. I want you healthy for the holidays. (Oh, Dana has the garage all cleaned up for the men  to go to, if they want Sunday- now if I could interest him in housework- hee~hee!!!) Hope you are up to coming, if not, I understand.
Don't know yet what we are doing for Thanksgiving- my kids are all going to in-laws & we are invited, and my SIL & BIL have no plans, so we may go there and I'll fix a meal to take- even if it is TV dinners- ha!
 
 Well, got to get myself ready for my kiddos- I am strong, I am invincible, I am Grammy!!hee~hee!!! I needed a pep talk- I sure have been tired lately. 

Have a blessed day everyone, and lets remember that it isn't all the "stuff" we have or don't have- it is to be thankful for all our daily blessings!    

Ellen,

I go to the same drs as your sister.  They removed a large pelvic mass and performed my hysterectomy.  I was lucky that I was cancer free.  I got a letter telling me that they were moving their practice to Ohio.  I hope your SIL finds a dr that she likes and trusts.  Keeping her in my prayers too.

Tuesday.... wow my baby boy is 11 today.  I won't actually get much time with him since after school is band, after band is basketball... after basketball is homework and dinner and bed.  I am going to the school for his lunch time today to surprise him and have lunch with him.  I can't wait for that.  He is the bright spot in my life.  All 4 of my kids are really.

Linda, you are incredibly strong, I can tell by the posts you have made.  I know how you feel about seeing Santa and how it affected you.  I sorta feel the same way.  I lost my mom during the holidays and we found out she had her cancer right after we helped her decorate her christmas tree and wrap gifts.  So, It is so very hard for me to get in the christmas spirit some years.  Try to see it in a positive way.  Look at it as though Christmas this year will represent a new beginning for you as you move to your new place soon and you are slowly getting things back to a better place.  God is with you.

Funny how I thought this board would be support for me in my WLS journey.  I have found it to be far more than that.  It has been a spiritual uplifting and an emotional steadfast.  I am blessed with all of you in my OH family.  It's about so much more than WLS.  I wish I could hug you all.

Have a great Tuesday!
Tracy