Another Sleepless Night
My sinuses are so sore and tender. Not inflamed sore, but raw to the point of the air going through them is painful.
Mom seems to be more feisty. She started ragging on about my niece's husband. For some reason, she dislikes him. She blames him for the fact that she's having baby #2 before #1's first birthday. As if my niece isn't also responsible for using contraception. She thinks their decision to buy a house is stupid. She thinks Erin married beneath her. She went to college, and her husband didn't. Yet, Mom never said anything negative about Trent, and it's the same set up. Colleen went to college, and Trent didn't.
I am supposed to watch Frankie at 9:00. Hope I can stay awake.
Love,
Trish
Albert Schweitzer
Good Morning Trish, and all to follow.
Trish, sorry your sinuses are causing you so much pain -- hope the problem resolves soon. Personally, I've never had that problem, but my daughter, Maura, suffers terribly.
I went to the Support Group meeting last night - there was a decent sized crowd, and the leader is a funny guy and does a good job of keeping the meeting flowing. There was one woman there who had something to say about everything and would rattle on and on....but the leader was very good at allowing it to go on for about one minute and then cutting in nicely to get the meeting back on track. Thank goodness for that. The leader is a former WLS patient, and he informed us that the hosptal's Weight Center will be starting a monthly meeting in November on Food Management - there will be a total of nine meetings and there will be information on their post-op food program, how to shop, how to pre-plan, tracking, menus, recipes, etc. Also cooking demonstrations and food samplings. I will definitely be going to those meetings. But it's unfortunate that the Hospital has their meetings from 4:00 to 5:00 - not a good time for those that work -- but I would think in most cases someone could leave work early one day a month to attend, if they really wanted to.
I got my renewal application for fuel assistance. With all the sorting of papers I've done, I've misplaced the statement I requested from Social Security about the amount of my monthly check. I made three copies of it when I got it, and I had it two weeks ago, and "tucked it away" because I knew I was going to need it. I tucked it away too well ..... Everything else is all set..... so that's today's project....locate that statement so I can forward the application. A prayer to St. Anthony may be in order here!
Spoke with Maura last night...she said she and Joe will help me out with some projects I need done. Joe is going to handle selling the motorcycle Jim bought on EBay, and also Lost in Space collectibles and other non-useful "stuff" .... Figure I'll give Joe a percentage for his work. Also need to hang some new blinds..the ones that are up now are a disgrace, to say the least. The hardware is there, so it's just a matter of taking the old ones down and putting new ones up -- should be simple, it's just I'm not steady enough to get up on a step-ladder to do it myself. And the major project: fix the kitchen sink - think there's not only a leak, but also a broken pipe under the trailer. I haven't been able to use the kitchen sink for a year! Oh, and I have a wrought iron railing for my front steps that I need to have put back in place -- I need it for going up and down the stairs, which has become very, very difficult for me because of problems with my right leg.
Called Social Security and the Food Stamp Department to stop benefits....luckily, benefits issued 9/1 do not have to be returned, which I feared. So I can use the Social Security check to pay the funeral expense.
Hope everyone has a good day! Good wishes to all.
Mary
Hello Mary...you are keeping yourself pretty upbeat and that is good. I know losing Jim was hard. It helps to keep busy!
I hope and pray your can find the information you need so you can get the help you need. Happy you get to keep the check and food stamps for this month. That will sure help.
Please have Joe do the pipe and sink first. Once winter comes that will not be good. Be sure he insulates good around those pipes too! You don't want any more broken pipes.
I am glad you made it to that meeting. If for no other reasons then to get out and around other people. Some can do that and for others can't. Either way is the right way.
That group at the hospital sounds like a fun thing to attend....good for you!!! I would even enjoy that myself!!
Love you...HUGS....connie d
Mary, I'm glad the support group was good. We used to attend support group meetings in the valley but they were poorly run and the person who ran them let people drone on and on. I think it's great that the leader kept comments to a minute or two. That seems appropriate to me.
How great is that that Joe is able and willing to do some projects -- like the motorcycle and the kitchen sink. I know that both those things have been on your mind for quite a while.
Hope you find your social security statement so you can pursue getting fuel assistance.
Cindy P.
Hello Trish & Mary as well as all ladies who follow!
Trish, your sinuses sure give you a run for your money! I have occasional problems, but nothing so consistently. I hope you are feeling better! Isn't it funny how your mom looks at things? My mom was kind of focused on social status, but I wonder if that is just a product of their generation? I disappointed her by marrying my 1st husband who 'was from the wrong side of the tracks' and it was expected 'I would marry a man who would support me in the manner in which I was accustomed!' Missed out on those two counts...lol!
Mary, always good to see you here. I need to look into bariatric meetings they have here. My eating has been so off & on for awhile now. Sometimes I even forget to eat my protein first, and I am still craving a snack while I read at night. I usually get some cheese, but I need some other alternatives. I am a very picky eater...don't like most vegtables, red meat or even yogurt. So I am getting bored w/limited choices and straying from my plan. And then money is tight which just makes things harder for now.
I am glad your daughter & her boyfriend are going to help you out on those home projects. My daughter does a lot of stuff we can't do. I can barely do steps let alone w/out a railing...I always go in our back door via Jim's ramp. My knee is really bad, but I am waiting until after the WLS to do anything.
Cindi, read your post last night about your current weight. It made me think of how happy I was to get down to 315 from my all time high of 350. I am hovering around 285-290 now. Hope to get down under 200 by Christmas. However, you have taken a big step in seeing the PA and you know what you have to do. You will get there. We'll be doing it together!
Eileen, meant to mention I saw your cat on FB. She is so pretty! I am a dog person and normally don't care for cats...sneaky buggers, but she is definitely cute!
Connie, hope all is well with you and you are having a good day.
Jim & I are looking forward to a quiet weekend. Jazz has a sleepover tonite and then to her moms the rest of the weekend. I need some quiet.
Everyone have a great day!
Kathy
Hello Kathy....always fun to read your posts...you make me laugh weather I want to or not...LOL!! I missed out on two counts as well!!!!
I am so glad you will having your surgery so soon!!! I know you will be so glad to have that done!! Hang on tight it is a wild ride.....!!!!
I am happy you have a quiet weekend ahead. PLEASE do try to relax and rest up....sleep in when you can!!
Do you like apples and bananas...they are a great snack dipped in peanut butter. My favorite way to have apples now as it is apple season!! Do you make cheese crisps? Put a couple pieces of cheese or a little piles of shredded cheese on a microwave plate. Heat it up and watch it crisp. They are good too.If I am really hungry at night I take a few lettuce leaves and add turkey or chicken slices and cream cheese...roll up and eat. You only need a couple because they are filling. Except for the salt....sunflowers are good and keep your hands busy!! Just a few things to think about.
Lots of love...HUGS....connie d
Hello Trish...sorry about your tender and sore sinuses. Are you going to mention this to your doctor. He may have an idea of how to take care of that problem.
I was just thinking today about your mom today and was going to ask if you heard anything new. I guess you have. Sorry she is so feisty today and not in a good way!! She just needs to stay out of things that really don't concern her. If she isn't paying for it, just let it go! I also know from you that that probably won't happen! I know it is upsetting to you. So sorry you have told deal with that time after time.
I hope you had fun with Frankie!!
As for me.... I am hanging in there. My depression goes up and down just like the weather. Today isn't a good day.
My daughter, Carrie is coming this Sunday. I think I said this before. I am not sure. Anyway, Amanda and Tyler are coming too. Just for the day this time. It will be good. I enjoy them around so much. Amanda is so good at helping me do little things I can't do. She takes after me at that age. I was always busy. I can't make her stay sitting!! Carrie will help out too if I need something done.
I went to listen to a speaker this afternoon. That is why I am on so late. She spoke about walking and balance issues. She was a very good speaker. I was glad I went. She had some really good ideas.
That is it for now...I will check in later if I can. I didn't get here last night so I answered posts there today too.
Praying for our amazing OFF Family and their families too. Special prayers for some in need.
Loads of love and bushels of hugs to all....connie d
Hey Connie --what did the speaker have to say about walking and balance issues? I'm going from a cane to a walker because my balance seems to be getting worse. I find myself walking into walls as I go down the hallway.
I'm considering getting a new PCP. My current doctor is "nice" - but sometimes I think he just doesn't "get it". Maybe it's a cultural thing, I don't know. I gave him some papers to complete for my long-term disability - I'm eligible for one more year - and he seemed hesitant to fill them out -- almost like he didn't think I'm disabled - saying I'm doing better since I lost so much weight. Hello?!? Yes, in some respects I am doing better - in some respects. But I'm doing worse in other respects. I can mow the lawn because my stamina has improved, and I have the handle to hold on to. On the other hand, I'm going from cane to walker because of balance issues.
Mary
OOOOPPPSSS........I see you already explained below what the speaker said!!