First, thanks to everyone for their concern. It’s greatly appreciated. Second, today has been a pretty good day. I went to the doc this morning and my blood pressure was 146/88, which is prehypertension. So, they put me on a low grade blood pressure med, 10 mg a day, to try to help get it down. They told me that I’d need to lose 10% of my body weight before they would consider taking me off the meds. So, 25.5 lbs is the goal.
I went to work for a little while to play catch up since I was off all week. Part of the system was down so I didn’t get to work on what I wanted to work on but I did get some stuff accomplished. The rest of the day will be laundry, menu, grocery list and maybe grocery shopping. I don’t know; it’s a wet, cold day here so I may just stay in and shop tomorrow.
Thanks again for your friendship, encouragement and concern. Have a great day!
I read your blog yesterday, too (just started mine, and was looking for ideas & connections). I’ve been on a low-dose bp med, too. My doc has mentioned the 10% as well (for me about 27#). I’ve been counting calories, drinking water, and really I’m feeling better. The water is hydrating me, and I can feel a difference in my skin (always sooo dry in the winter!). I’ve been going for about a week so far.
My son & I took a walk in the park today, which was wonderful:) One mile, but it was so nice to just spend the time with him:)
November 15, 2008 @ 4:38 pmIts good to get your BP under control - I know a lot of people hate to take drugs, but the proof of how much they protect you is pretty incredible, so I think it’s a good thing you’re on them. plus you have a clear motivation and goal in mind.
November 16, 2008 @ 12:15 pmHey, welcome back! You were missed. =D
I’m glad that today was a good day, and that you did get in to see your OBGYN! I have fibroid tissue but it doesn’t affect me in a serious way, thank goodness.
November 18, 2008 @ 10:17 pm