Tuesday

Well, today is Tuesday and my knee is definitely not going to get better on its own.  I thought it was like a temporary sprain but it has swollen up and I am using a cane because it is so unstable.   I've called the knee surgeon because he said it would get to the point to where I would have to have the knee replacement and I kept putting it off but now.....maybe I can talk him into doing a steroid injection. 

Aside from sitting and keeping ice on my knee, I plan on spending the day reading and complaining.  I figure the more I complain, the more sympathy I'll get from DH...LOL...that statement comes with a little sarcasm.   

A couple of weeks ago, someone gave me a few pounds of fresh cabbage, so I decided to make kraut.  I filled a bunch of gallon jars up with the shredded cabbage that I had salted and rubbed a bit to get the juices going and now I have all these huge jars full of fermenting cabbage....so far, they have been doing great and I am sure that in another week or two, I'll have several pints of delicious kraut ready to ho****er bath...let's hope the knee is willing to let me do that or the DH is willing to do it under my direction. 

B: egg and 1/2 toast

Lunch: tomato gouda sandwich

Dinner: we are taking our granddaughter and grandson out for a celebration. So I'll probably eat fish. 

Ladies, I know it looks like we are dwindling down to nothing so it's very important to stop by and comment so we can keep our board going.  Over the many years that I have been a member, it goes through slumps but I think we all can agree that even during the slumps, we still are able to get inspiration and motivation....What is your biggest stumbling block?  Mine is freakin' crackers......and chips....My husband, being the kind man he is, feels bad about my knee so he brings me a bag of chips...I wanted to scream are you serious but instead I ate the.  If I'm not careful, I will gain back the pounds that I have lost this summer...I refuse to let that happen.

Good Morning Jeannie,

I need to start keeping a food journal.  I also need to find a support group here.  Those are two basics I need to focus on today.

Right now, I am on day three of no sugar.

My head is killing me. I should feel better tomorrow.

Jeannie, I'm sorry your knee is acting up.  I empathize with being immobile, having spent the winter with my foot elevated.  Hope the doctor can help.

Must scoot.

Hugs,

Trish

Trish,

I keep a food journal by using an app on my phone...I put the food in and the amount and it gives me the nutritional value (calories, carbs, fiber, etc.). Journaling helps me so much more than anything that I've ever done. 

I am going to try and recommit to measuring my portions....I am horrible about just putting butter on my bread....I need to measure.   

I really hope your head feels better.  

Hi Jeannie & Trish!

Jeannie, so sorry about the knee.Dont feel guilty for complaining! You finally retire & now this happens. I hope a shot takes care of it for now, but sounds like surgery is closer down the road. I relate to not wanting to deal with that, but as I've gotten older I realize I need to take care of myself sooner rather than later...while I am still relatively healthy. 

I'd be eating chips, too, if they were my thing. I am currently addicted to grapes & protein bars...sugar...sugar...sugar! I feel you, Trish! Portion control is another problem...I can do 4-6 oz of lean meat & a couple servings of grapes at one sitting.

Tri**** is great you are following thru on your recommitment 10 years & counting...I hope to be as dedicated that far down the line.

Just posting here on a regular basis is motivating so I need to do so more often. Hope some others do the same as I saw 125 or so views one day last week!

Hey Kathy,

I have never been able to eat grapes and it's not for lack of trying.  I love them and miss them so much but there's something about the peeling that irritates my pouch and small intestine.  Isn't that funny: we have all had the same surgery but none of us have the exact same food issues.  

My knee....it's a mess. I need to get both knees replaced and probably both hips...but I just hate to do it.  I did get an injection today and am back on steroids.  The surgeon said it's so inflamed now, he is afraid to consider doing anything so steroids for a week or two and then we are going to talk surgery.   

Posting really helps me too and reading you guys post also keeps me balanced.   

Jeannie,

It IS funny how different foods affect us. I wish I could get my grape addiction under control. I don't weigh them like you w the butter & mindlessly nibble. Such a bad habit & I know better!

My husband needed both knees & his ankle replaced over 20 years ago. He kept putting it off. Then his ankle got infected from his support brace rubbing it. Spent a yr going to wound clinic. It wouldn't heal & he isn't diabetic. They decide to do surgery to clean it out...instead gets a serious case of MRSA. He was on antibiotic infusions, etc to get this cleared up, but it only got worse. The pain was so bad they put him on fentanyl & that didn't touch it!

That led to the amputation. He still needs the knees replaced in order to walk, but refuses to risk another MRSA episode. I don't blame him.  I'd like the tallest man I have ever been with to walk beside me, but it isn't going to happen. In addition to the MRSA he has a laundry list of other medical problems.. surgery is risky for him!

I know you've been thru the ringer medically both for yourself & w your husband. Just my experience has been to get stuff like this done ASAP before it becomes a bigger problem, ya know?

You want to ENJOY your retirement!

I'm back.  I spent some time this morning making phone calls, and doing research.  I am having my records from the PA surgeon's office sent to a WLS doc here in Michigan.  

I also found out I can use the Silver Sneakers program for fitness.  I'm going to check out a fitness center tomorrow.

Baby steps.

Hi Ladies,

Jeannnie sorry about your knee. Hope the Dr can do something in the meantime. 

I got on here late yesterday that's why I didn't post. Guess I finally got fed up with my friend yesterday and told her how I felt and not giving me gas money when I take her places. She apologize and said she would give me gas money. We will see. At least I slept better last night.

Lately it's been sweets, I guess I can't have them around.

B egg whites ham and cheese omelet and string cheese

L cottage cheese,  baby carrots and banana

D turkey and sliced carrots 

S strawberry Greek yogurt,  Turkey sausage snack sticks and watermelon.

I've been drinking more water lately so I don't know why because I usually  get over 250 ounces a day.

Everyone have a good day. 

Yvonne,

It is so easy to be taken advantage of and it is especially easy when we don't say anything.  I have spent my entire life never letting people know when they are taking advantage of me but recently, I have become fed up and I do speak my mind.  I am glad you said something to your friend. Don't let her slide back into not paying you...gas is damn expensive.