TGIF

Good Morning everyone. Well just back from the gym and I am pooped. I was there for an hour and a half. Usually only there 30-45 minutes. But today I decided to kick it up a notch. I really want to loose 50 more pounds before I go to a baby doctor. I want them to say Go ahead and start trying. I have 5 months to do it. I think I can and probably could loose more as long as I can get 10 pounds a month. Not really sure what I am doing now since I hardly weigh myself. Only when I feel like it. I don't want to stress over the scale. It is a georgous day outside and it is supposed to be this way all weekend. I am going to sit at this computer and finish the directory. But wont send it out till next week because we decided to get the comcast triple play package and they come next saturday to do whatever they do with the phone lines. So my email will change. So if you havnt submitted your info and still want to please do. I posted what I need down below in another post. Upcoming Birthdays and surgery dates Tia ( Chimp-Chimp...) Birthday March 25th Sue's Surgery Anniversary- April 15,2003 (she is at the outings and meetings, she doesnt get on OH) Jeff's Birthday April 7th Jamie Keller's upcoming surgery- April 5th So I thought I would post those for everyone. I hope you have a beautiful day and weekend

Hey Chimp-Chimp, that's MY s/f Peep!!!! Thanks, Kell for the birthday wishes - I think!!! BTW, this might be of interest to "thinking about a baby" you: FOR RENT: 2 gorgeous, blonde, blue-eyed siblings, 10 & 7 - 10 year old female is very intelligent, artsy-craftsy and unfortunately, on the brink of puberty and therefore, very hormonal. Non-picky eater, eager to please, likes to be petted and taken for walks in malls. 7 year old is very intelligent, plays well by self, creative, very picky eater, likes to be taken off leash to playgrounds. Households lacking chicken nuggets, corn dogs and mac and cheese need not apply. Please note: This is not a rent to own option, current renter is very happy, just in need of a respite! Thought I'd give you a chuckle!!!! Tia

You did gie me a chuckle. I cant rent anymore i am beyond renting I want to own. I say that now....lol until they come ten I will be puting rent signs

Too funny. I think I asked my Doctor this but maybe forgot. I don't have any kids but would like to. How long do we have to wait after the surgery to have children?

Hey Yvette - I'm not sure if this is one of those things that differs with each surgeon, but I think DVR says at least one year. I would think it would be at least that, maybe 18 months, depending upon how much you need to lose. Trust me, you'll want to maximize the "window of weight loss." HTH, Tia

Helps a lot thanks. Have a good weekend!!

Hi Yvette my doc said 12 - 18 months. But I also think it is when you are at a healhy weight. That is the situation I am in. I'm to impatient but have to wait.

Hi Kelly, Keep working at it. You will reach your goal. Docs differ on how soon after surgery you can begin trying to get pregnant. Some set a time limit while others decide based on the patient's total weight loss and how their blood levels are. I hope you get to start soon! I am proud of you for not getting on the scale all the time. I am on at least one scale almost every day, sometimes twice a day. I am addicted to the scale. I used to get on it every day in the morning and evening until about 9 months out. Now I am on the scale at least 4x a week. I usually weigh at home and at the gym. I think it helps me to know if I am doing okay with my eating or not. If the scale creeps up a few pounds, I get strict with my eating. If it stays the same I am pretty relaxed. The scale going up really scares me so I watch it closely. I have 15-18 more lbs to my goal. I am going to have to do better with my eating and stick to the exercise consistently to get that off. But I know I can do it. Have a great weekend! Hugs, Robin

Hi Robin My doc told me I had to wait 12-18 months but i think it is more of a weight issue now. Atleast thats what I am basing it on. My 1 year will be here soon (july) and I think it will be more of being at a healthy weight that my doc will want. It took me a while to buy a scale. I waited till my doc appts got further and further apart. I dont want to get discouraged if it is 3 pound more at the end of the day then it was that morning. So it is in my closet under my shoes and have to move them if I want it. As long as it is going down I am fine. But if it stays te same for a while I am ok with that too. You have done a wonderful job and truly are inspiring. I hope you have a great weekend also Kelly

Hi Kelly, I am glad to read that you enjoyed the gym today. I am so glad all is well by you. Thank you for working on the directory you are a sweetheart. Today is is definitely a beautiful day. I ventured out and walked 2 1/2 blocks came back with some shortness of breath and had to sit on the steps to catch my breath. But I was glad to go out there. I was freezing and everyine looked at me weird because I was wearing my coat even with the nice weather. lol I am home alone with the kids since my daughter had a dr's appointment today it is working out fine. I am beat and I can't wait to take a nap. Thank you so much for coming over and visiting with me and my crazy kids. They really liked you and they asked today if you was coming over with your doggies today. lol After what you saw yesterday are you still offering your help by taking them to your hiuse for a while??????? LOL Big hugs to you and thank you for my lovely flowers! Cira