What's New Tuesday

Good morning all!  Another fantastic day in paradise.  I have NO plans.  Nothing that has to be done.  No place I have to go!  I love retirement!

Had a grandson spend the night last night.  (SOP for non-school days.)  We all went off to bed at 9 last night.  He always watches TV in his room before falling asleep.  I was just finishing fixing breakfast for my DH when the grandson came out to say he hadn't been asleep yet!  This was about 5 AM.  I really think that at some point in the night he probably fell asleep with the TV on, then woke up with it still on and thinking he really hadn't been asleep.  At any rate.  We all had breakfast.  I am in here on my computer and he and Grandpa are both asleep in their chairs in the family room!!  I'm sure they will both wake up in time for lunch!!

Now that Christmas is over I can begin to think about my January trip to Oregon.  Our daughter has a conferance in Puerto Vallarta.  Her husband usually goes with her on her January trip, so I go babysit.  Actually the grandkids are 12 and 14, so it is mostly getting them to and from school and activities.  They assure me they don't need a 'babysitter'.  I LOVE January.  It is the only time of year I actually have some time to 'be alone'.  My DH is retired and doesn't drive.  So we are together 24/7.

Everyone have a fantabulous Tuesday!

Good morning
I am fasting today gonna have my cholesterol checked again. Had it checked for my one year anniversary end of Sept. and it had gone up.  My Dr. was concerned about it going up with the weight loss I had it should have gone done.  I have always had normal levels and now it is going up.  Both my parents had high cholesterol. I was supposed to get it rechecked in a month but I kept putting it off.

The last month has not been good my eating habits took a nose dive.  Too many goodies around and with little restriction with my lap band I took advantage of it.   I made an appt to get another fill on Dec 6th. 

The pool is closed for a few days to get a new filter put in.   So my exercising has just been chasing my 2 1/2 year old granddaughter.

I need to give myself a swift kick in the pants to get myself back on the right track.

Barb

Morning all. Not too cold here, but the wind is a blowing. The trees around us are dancing in all directions.
I am good today. Yesterday went for a BP check and it is normal again. I weighed 152, so I have put on 15 lbs since leaving the hospital in June. This is a good thing. I was too skinny......me. Those 3 Musketeer bars have done their trick. Had blood work done....I see my PCP on Friday to discuss my progress and sobriety. I am happy with and for me. Our daughter gave us a trip to Disney with her and the Gkids. Such excitment. I know that my summer clothes will fit me better and not keep falling down now that my weight is better. We leave on Jan 19th and come home on Jan  27th. We are staying at the Wilderness Lodge and Sara, our daughter got us park passes and a great food plan. Delightful. John or as he is known around here..Grandfather, and Emma and Alex made a count down calendar and each morning 1st thing they mark off another day, closer to D day.
Hope you all have a good day.

Monica, So glad that you have this trip to look forward to. You sound like our "old" Monica (or should I say  "new and improved" Monica) is coming back full force. Here's to a wonderful 2009 for you and yours.

Thanks Karen. I am doing well, better each day. A little anxious about the trip, travel,walking, crowds, etc. But I will do fine. Happy.
How are you feeling as you continue to shrink and tighten after the PS. I know you are enjoying being settled into your new home.
Hugs and love, Monica

Monica,

I remember when we were "neck and neck" weightloss wise. It's coming up on 4 years since I had WLS. Amazing when I look back over the time. I have been so fortunate to have not had any complications. I still am really good about taking my supplements. 

Unfortunately I have fallen into some old habits and have gained some weight. I know what needs to be done. I feel great, but would sure like to lose some more. I'd like to have my so flabby upper thighs "done", but told myself that I need to lose about 20 lbs before I give myself permission. 

I tend to hibernate in the winter and that is not a good thing. So many things going on in our lives this year, that I forget to put me first healthwise. I am looking forward to the new year. I need to not take anything for granted and do the footwork that it takes to keep me healthy. 

Won't it be nice to go somewhere warm??? there will be so much to see and do and to be with your family. I know you'll have a wonderful time and such a great break from winter!  Hugs,

Good Morning Vera and Friends,

I'm trying to get back into a daily post here on What's New. It seems to ground my day and start me in a good mood. Yesterday I got a reminder call that today bright and early at 8am is my annual Mammogram. Oh joy! Don't look forward to it, but much easier than it used to be. My gynecologist of 20 some years had a stroke and died last summer. I need to replace him but haven't some up with anyone that I'm comfortable with yet. He was such a dear, caring person. Need to ask around among friends. My PCP is wonderful, but even she thinks that I need to have another "female" doctor.

Our weather is much better. Roads are clear and most of the snow is gone. However, another storm is supposed to be heading our way later today. The snow was pretty, but enough already.

The air is so dry. Between the low almost non existant humidity and the heat I am scratching and itching like crazy. We ordered a humidifier for the furnace. Of course it was forgotten; now I need to call and remind again. Little do they know that once this squeeky wheel gets to making noise she does not shut up and til she gets satisfaction.

We still have several little things that need to be taken care of with our contractors. I'm going to give them til next Monday after the holidays and then they'll be hearing from me daily! (Like the master bath towel racks that were on back order and have been in for 3 weeks!)

I'm getting a sore throat. The twins had a cold so I'm sure they shared it with Mimi Karen. Couldn't keep my hands or lips off of those little cheeks!

Hip Hooray! It's almost 2009. I just love "do overs!" Have a good one friends. Do something nice for yourself and someone else.

Good Morning Vera and all!
Thanks for getting us going this morning!
Well, I'm at work and it's Friday on Tuesday - sort of.  Actually I am working on Friday and Saturday this week helping to train some new employees that start Jan 5. 
I ate so much CR_P yesterday that I felt sick all night.  3 years out and I still dump to a point, that's good!  I vowed last night I am getting rid of all the stuff in my house and sticking to the plan again...sooner then Jan 4 anyway.  I hate feeling that way and I know its my own fault.  So here's to a new year making better choices and getting more exercise in.  YES!! 
Not much new from me. I am knitting a shawl to use at work, easier to flip on and off then an sweater for chilly to hot moments.  I have about 8" done so far, of course a far cry from the length it will be (60" or so) but it's moving along anyway. 
Guess I should get back to work eh?  Have a great day all! 

Hi Vera,
Thanks for starting us out today.
I am getting my itchy stitches out today in about an hour. I cant wait.
Ill also get the pathology report. I am anziously awaiting for.
I think I start my new job on Saturday or Monday. I am excited as I have no money and need to cut some hair to get tips. I like getting daily cash
Hope all is fine.
Carla  

Hi Vera and my OFF family:

It's gray and gloomy here in West Michigan. Physical therapist just left; got my leg to straighten to 100 degrees, so that's good. Hurts, though, but I guess no pain, no gain, huh? Doesn't hurt a lot. I also got into bed last night without using the leg lifter (kinda by default ... kept reaching for it and then suddenly I was in bed ... I yelled out, "Brenda, hot dang, I got into bed without the leg lifter!" Small victories.

No big plans today. I may send Brenda out on a trip to Walgreens to pick up some prescriptions. My leg is still swollen, so I think I need my diuretic (plus my BP is up) and I want to get my migraine med just in case. But so far, no return of the dreaded spinal headaches. Had a little twinge this morning, but I think that was more the weather than anything. I'll have to send Brenda in to say hi (she may have to post on my sign-on, but I know you'll recognize her style).  She has been so good to me, as I said before, better than my own sister. A true sister of the heart. I'm so lucky she is here. We watched this History Channel series on Teddy Roosevelt last night (I DVR'd it) and didn't fini**** because we got tired. It was very interesting, though.

Well, I should get my coffee and get my leg elevated again. Have a good day.