Hi y'all it's Friday

Vickie, my friend Kim's sister is bipolar. Not long ago, she decided to accept the meds and the help they gave. She started taking them regularly, went into a halfway house, lost weight, quit smoking ... started living like a normal person. Kim said she didn't recognize her sister. She was holding down a job, too! So some people do eventually get better ... but they have to want to do it. I hope Christie will someday. It is a disease that has a cure, if she wants to take it.

In the meantime, try to stay close for Benny's sake. He's the one that needs you.

Hi Vickie,

While this is a support forum for WLS, whatever did we do before this, when I went through hard times, I ate through them, sometimes I still do. . .so bring your issues and vent away, as sometimes it helps just to let out the frustrations. . .

I so feel for you with regards to your daughter and her illness. . .  My 2nd husband was diagnosed with bi-polar shortly after our first anniversary and refused meds, our relationship was fraught with ups and downs because of his illness, I lived in fear and by the end of the relationship, I was at the point I thought I was mentally ill and it was by God's grace I survived and was able to get him to agree to a divorce, thankfully, we had no children together and since then, he got treatment and is doing better in his life, but it's still up and down, but I only speak with him a couple of times a year. . .  so much harder with you having to deal with it being your child and subsequently feeling hostage to the situation because of sweet Benny.  Hopefully, before Benny can be affected by his Mom's mood swings, she will see that medication can help her.  Sending hugs your way. . .

Laureen

A quick hello before I head out in the dark, cold, foggy, frosty morning. Heading back to the autistic classroom that I worked in yesterday. After work I have a chiropractic appt. I was up at 4am today cooking my marinated beef jerky in the oven. It turned out great. The carne asada beef was just perfect for drying in my convection oven. Just took under 2 hours to dry it to perfection.

If the fog would clear we would have the most beautiful white frost covering all of the trees. I love that when the sun manages to break through, but it's really been socked in the past two days. I'm sleeping much more soundly but still getting up way too early. I'll probably be ready for a nap in a few hours and that ain't happening in that classroom let me tell you.  Have a nice weekend everyone.

Hi All,
Just a quick post. I have little ones due in ten minutes- 1st graders, cute as can be, but needing lots of direction if you know what I mean! Tonight is our school Christmas Party and I'm in charge. So the decorating of the tables is my main objective after school today. It will be beautiful. I have the crystal, tealights, etc. all ready- also greenery and poinsettias to add color.
I have Bunco at my house next Friday night so I'm still working on that. I have 12 people confirmed right now- going to try for 16. My husband will be in charge of taking the dogs for a long ride... oh how fun!
TGIF! I'm looking forward to sleeping in for a change!
Julia

Hello Eileen and OFF peeps,

    Eileen: Hope you get to move soon and start this new phase of your life. You deserve it.

    Vickie:   So sorry that your daughter won't get help through medications and therapy. I knew I was different at a very young age. I would try to get my Dad to understand, but he said there was nothing wrong with me. I will be in prayer that she will realize that she is the one who needs help. Also that she will find peace in her heart.

     My day is nice so far. Going to the pool after my IV antibiotic is finished. I am in shock that I walked 1.2 miles yesterday. I still use my walker but am thrilled with my progress. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be able to walk a mile. I am so blessed. My friend, Maryann, is leaving home tomorrow. She has been such a tremendous help to me. 

    My friend, Jerry, was playing basketball and some how ripped the ligaments right off he knee. Surgery went well. He is not allowed to put ANY weight on the foot for three months. He is so active that he is already bored. I told Maryann that I volunteer to give him a bed bath as a private joke. I can't believe she TOLD him. He said it sounded good to him and that no one else has offered. I am so embarrassed.Also this will put his move to Arizona on hold. 

     Must go. Exercise is calling my name. The scale was 4 pounds up yesterday, but I know it must be water retention. I was 201 the other day. Was hoping to be under 200 tomorrow before Mar leaves. I guess it won't happen. 

         Take care all. Prayers for all being said.    Mag       

Good afternoon, ya'll.
My sister is bi-polar. Her medication manager has to tweek her medication occasionally. Luckily, by now, both her and her DH know the signs. My DIL's sister is one of the bi-polar sufferers *****fuses meds. No one has seen or talked to her for 3 years. They assume she is living on the streets somewhere! I hope Benny can be sheltered from the uproar.
Our older grandson and his Momma had a major confrontation yesterday afternoon. All week long he has worked 10 PM to 7 AM. He goes home, showers, sees his Mom before she leaves for work. Then he comes down here and I feed him breakfast. Then his girlfriend also comes to eat. After the first day, I realized he calls her to let her know when to come. Then they go in the back room and sleep all day. She is PG and sleeps a lot. They usually wake up around 3. I feed them both, she goes to work, he goes back to sleep.
Well, his Mom told him he had to stop, this is not a bed and breakfast. Girlfriend was even bringing her work cloths here to change into. At least she was showering at home. Yesterday when DIL came home from work, the girlfriend had just left and grandson was finishing his food and getting ready to go back to bed. She saw his truck here and stopped. That boy may out weigh her by 80 pounds and stands a foot taller than her, but he got his butt into his
truck and headed home when she simply said, go home, we need to talk!! I have not seen him today! When they got home she told her younger son, he might wanna go vist G-ma for a little while. He didn't need to be told twice! He was gone just as the yelling started.
Older grandson told his Mom that his Dad comes here everyday for lunch and a nap, why can't he. She pointed out our son visits, catches up with us, sleeps an hour and goes back to work. The girlfriend is not allowed at their house. According to her FB page, everyone is thrilled and supportive of this pregnancy. Well, apparently our grandson is not allowed at her house either!! So not everyone is supportive. I just think it is stupid! What is, is. This baby is coming no matter what. They can't get married cause she is still on her Mom's insurance. They both just started new jobs so they can't afford to move in together. I'm not saying they should be allowed to live together at one house or the other, but geesh, at least be civil!! I am Switzerland. A neutral country that keeps her mouth shut. I did invite the girlfriend for Christmas dinner. I am making baby afghans for them. At some point when this baby comes, it looks like the only one who will allow the baby in their country is Switzerland!
Sorry, I just had to vent! I am so glad Eileen that you are gonna be done with this stressful job. Monica, I'm still so proud of you. Pat, I hope this guy is worth the wait. There has to be someone special out there for everyone.
Everyone else, if I didn't mention you by name, you are all in my thoughts and prayers every day! Now, God help me, I have been bitten by the baking bug. I have a list of cookies and bars I plan on starting tomorrow. They will go in the freezers. Some will go home with Christmas guests, some will be mailed to our daughter, some will be available for our younger grandson in military school. I am afraid that some will also get eaten by me!! It' Christmas!!!
Everyone have a fantabulous day!

Carolyn:

I almost called you Pat. ... I'm confused!

You're right, the baby is coming no matter what ... you might as well help the kids out. What are you going to do, deny the existence? If the kids aren't helped, it's going to be worse on the baby and the mother, so let's forget the mistake that was made and try to make the best of things.

I would be baking, too, but I need to get ready to move. So I need to get rid of stuff, not buy more. I am trying to sell bobbleheads. I will get some money for moving, but not until I give receipts.

I went and peed in the cup today; they won't get it til Monday. It took awhile to get it out. I have a shy bladder. Luckily, on the second try, I filled the cup up halfway. Hopefully, I'll know early next week if I passed everything to get the job and can be on my way.