Dieting with Obstacles - Fibromyalgia #170

Good morning ladies.

Mima - Things happen in life you have NO control over. You have to let it go. Seems to me, that your tummy problems could be related to stress. You cannot take on the problems of everybody else. Just try to deal with YOU!

Tammy - hope things are going well for you and your hubby. I am sure you are happy to have him at home instead of in the hospital. That was a long, tiring drive.

Heading out to work this morning. This week, I have been to the dentist. Had my teeth cleaned:carrot:, that ALWAYS feels soooooo good, and had a check up - Look Ma! NO CAVITIES!!! Also, picked up my glasses yesterday. The prescription is a little stronger than it was, so it is taking my eyes a while to adjust. Definitley better today, than yesterday when I got them. I put them on, and almost fell of the chair (when I picked them up).

I hope you all have a nice day. Hi Joanne and Meme.

Hello Everybody- Right now I would give a lot to have a closed in area in my yard.. I have to take Christie out on a leach each time.. That takes a big chunck out of my day..She won't do anything for the hubby besides it seems she has decided to just play at times.. Schedules are out the window..
Tops tonight.. My weight just stays the same no matter what I do.
Tammy - You are lucky that your hubby feels that he needs to set everything in order for you. Mine will not even consider getting a will done..The best that I can do is get everything in both of our names and the kids as in trust. So far the house is in our names only. He is Greek ,old school, and the thought makes him think he is ready to die if he does anything else.. Ofcourse there have been nights lately when he has had indigestion that he thought he was on the way out..If he would do something besides set in a chair and watch Fox news he probably would feel better..
Mima- Take care of yourself and let the rest take on their own problems. I know it is hard but we need to think of ourselves first...It will work out...
Happy- You seem to be doing great... Sometimes I wish I could get out and work.. It isn't easy just being at home and trying to find ways to get through the day..My hubby would never go out of the house if I didn't think up things I need. He won't let me take the car. He thinks no one but him can drive that old 20 yr wreck..
Hello Meme-- Joanne

I'm new to the fibromyalgia forum, and am also pretty much a shut-in. Lucky for me I have a great hubby who does all the grocery shopping and helps take care of our dogs and house. I worked in the medical field for 25 yrs before having to go on disibility. It's been hard on us financially with me not working, and I really packed on the pounds over the last 10 yrs that I've been home....but I'm finally getting myself more under control and as I'm losing weight, I seem to be able to do a bit more around here. The pain from the fibro is beyond tolerable some days...no pain meds have helped at all. Does anyone have tips for dealing with it?

Hi LaBarb, welcome to our little corner of the web.

I have FM and OsteoArthritis, and have also gained weight since I had to quit working. Most of it was gained from being inactive and from medication. The OA was the worst for me. Found and Upper Cervical Chiropractor and have had GREAT results. The OsteoArthritis has improved 90% and the FM has as well. I still have my days and I will NEVER be pain free, but it certainly is liveable. I HATE taking medication. The other thing that has caused me to gain weight is the medication for Atrial Fibrillation. You would think heart meds wouldn't do that, but they do. The Beta Blocker and the med for the Heart Rythum.

Anyway, it is always an ongoing battle. Throw in a little age as well and you have the perfect senerio.

Feel free to join in. We always love to have more people here.


Joanne - Gosh, she can't be outside on her own? You don't have a fence? I am doing pretty darn good, but I do tend to push myself to much, and then I end up in trouble. I LOVE going to work. I wasn't ready to retire when I had to quit working, and I want it to be MY choice, not the choice of this darn body. Mind and body have to come together to gain acceptance, I believe.

That would be the day, that hubby told me I couldn't drive the car. I swear I would take it out of spite :dizzy:

I hope everybody has a good evening.

Thanks for the new thread, Anne.
Hi Barb. I have had fibro since I was in my 20's and I am 69. I would suggest you try to nove a bit-even from the chair. Inactivity is so bad for fibro-I can hardly walk when I get out of the car.
I did let go-I called Mike yesterday but chatted for a minute only-and Jessica-the problem was there from the beginning. She thinks she needs him too much and he walks all over her.That's what happens when you get rejected from your father.
I got busy yesterday and today I am going to Auntie's and i got a good night's sleep.
You should be all set with the way you put things in order, Joanne. We had a pole that stuck into the ground with a long run and tied it to Frankie to stay outside. There was a place for him to get shelter. It was so funny, even if it came off, he would stay there. And if his collar pulled off, he would wait for it to be put off. He was a funny dog.

We brought back the old flooring and got our money back. And got some gray look likes tile for the bath. Josh should like that. If he moves out, I may move downstairs!! Hmmmm?
Friend's taking me to lunch tomorrow.
We are getting our check-she said she mailed it but it hasn't been cashed. I don't totally know if I believe her. But I don't care as long as we get the money-that is the first time that happened.
I agree about the stress and my stomache. I am good today. I have been eating an apple a day. Mima

aha! fellow sufferers! Pain meds? Sometimes a dose of elavil does it for me. 10 mgm at night. It makes for its own fog but I can often wake up pain free. The fog goes by about 3 p.m. Some people need more. Can cause an arrythmia so careful.

Hellow mfb, welcome to our small group.

Elavil didn't really do anything for me. I was already loopy on 10mg,can't imagine taking more. I would just lay on the couch as I couldn't seem to wake up. Meds affect each of us differently, that is for sure.

Feel free to join in!

Mima - sounds like your apt. is coming along nicely. I can't stand to be in basements, because they ALL smell musty to me. I think I am OVER SENSITIVE to mold, due to the yeast problem.

I am glad you are feeling better today. Stress really does a number on us at times.

Anne, I agree with you about the dentist! We need to make appointments, and we just haven't done it yet. I don't think Bob is ready to go right now though. I did laugh about your new glasses. I've been in that same situation, and it isn't that much fun.

Joanne, we don't have a fenced in yard either. Kramer is always out on a leash which isn't as easy as just opening the door for him to go in and out. I guess I should feel glad that Bob wants to have all of this taken care of. I know when his parents passed away, there was so much to do, and his brothers were no help. It was all us. He keeps remembering that.

Welcome to the group Barb!! Your weight loss is fantastic! What are you doing to lose??

Also, welcome to MFB!!

I was diagnosed in Aug. 3 years ago with fibro and osteoarthritis. Up until the spring of 2004, I had some knee pain and lower back pain which we now know is the arthritis. I had no fibro issues until I fell on the ice going into the school where I taught. Since I've retired, I've rarely had to take any pain meds. The last few weeks my husband was in the hospital and now recuperating at home. I've taken more medicine these few weeks than I have since I retired. Can anyone say stress??? I'm back to taking 2 relafen every morning. I have taken flexeril at night several times. There have been a couple of days where it hurt so bad, I broke down and took vicodin.

I honestly think that I was getting more rest when Bob was in the hospital. Since he's home, I still have laundry to do of course, but now there is more. I am cooking, and when I was here by myself, I was just grabbing things. My chiro talked today about how tight my middle back was today and it hasn't been at all. She feels like it's stress. We sat and talked a little bit about everything that's going on, and of course, I cried.

Tomorrow I'm taking the dog to the doggy hotel, Bob will be at home, and I'm going to Muncie for family weekend. I'll go to the football game, and then Tim and I will get together afterwards for dinner. One of Bob's friends is planning to come and spend part of that time with him so I don't have to feel like I have to rush back. Bob is capable of doing more than he was, BUT I don't want him getting totally worn out more than he is.

I feel really guilty because there were a few times that I almost wished he was still at the hospital! I know things will keep getting better, and it will be easier when he isn't on the oxygen. Thanks for letting me vent a little ladies!

Things will settle in eventually, Tammy-still praying. Getting a break will help.
Couples group was great-we have a new book and we have been talking about forgiveness.
Alison is going to Homecoming tonight-can't wait to see pics.
GF's are taking me to lunch.
Barb-there is a reason you feel good after a good night's sleep-lack of deep sleep is one of the major causes of fibro. I actually take 3 meds now-trazedone, immipramine, and tylenol pm. That sounds terrible, doesn't it/ But I do slleep well. Walking also helps. Go to a rheumotologist-they are more up on fibro. Of course, they are pushing meds. I take Tolmetin for pain-it just keeps it manageable-in the background.
Wow-we got home in time to see the Red Sox win the division and pop the champagne all over the place. 11 games to win the series!!!!
Wow- I just saw you live in France, Barb. My grandmother's family came form there. In the 1800's. Probably my grandfather's also but I have only traced them to Canada. I have been to France.
It's gorgeous this weekend. Fall is here. We still have no heat. But the apt is getting done. Mima

Today really helped me to get away for a while. Tim and I had a nice visit. Bob did fine without me being here. He did a load of laundry, and he emptied the dishwasher while I was gone. He said it's time to get up off his butt and do some things. He just can't overdo it. Got a paper from the insurance company today, that they aren't going to pay for the last 4 days he was in the hospital. Ummmm, couldn't they have contacted us when he was there so the social worker could have talked to them about why he was in those 4 days. I am not really happy with them right now.

Today was an absolutely beautiful day for the football game. I had on a t-shirt and capris.

Hope everyone is having a good weekend.

Yes it was beautiful. One of my friend's forgot about lunch and took off for the day-we have to forgive each other-she is under a lot of stress.
Alison did get her hair done-at least cut-after all that and no one said anything. PTL. I am so wheezy-and there is so much dust in the house. Hope I am ok.
Brieanna will be baptized today. I got a bill and a letter from the eye doc-said I did not have preapproval. No one said for me to get it. Phone calls!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am glad Bob is doing well.
I will let you know when Al's pictures are up. Mima

Welcome LoBarb and MFB-- Our group is small but we are always here for each other. Come on back and tell us something of yourselves..
Tammy- It is always nice when the hubby is willing to help in the house.Mine will wach a dish sometimes. That is his limit..When we were first married and I was about 8+ months pregnant he helped me more. His brother came by one day when he was scrubbing the floor in the Kitchen.. He made fun of him for helping me.. That ended it..He is good at telling me how to do things !!!Insurence is really not there to help in a lot of cases..I would be yelling in your case..
Mima- Why didn't the eye doctor just call and get the approvale?I bet it was one of their office clerks with the brains of a doornob..These Dr.s hire the ones that they can get the cheapest..The weather here is cooler,but, still hot, It was 90 yesterday..
Happy- My stress level has been really high. I get Bloodwork tomorrow.. I bet my sugar is high..I am going to have to watch my diet better..I do pretty good until I spot the icecream in the fridg..
Hello Meme... Have a Great Weekend..Joanne

Don't you buy the no sugar added , Joanne. Especially Blue Bunny. That's what Brad eats. I am like you-I love ice cream but it does a number on me/We saw Brieanne being baptized-Brad started crying so I did too. 2 of her friends were there. Friday we will all go to Springfield for Sherrill's bd. I bought her 2 joke books-she sure needs that. She is getting stronger.
Saw pics of Alison. She looked nice. Glitzy earrings. She was so excited.
Bye for now. Hi all. Mima

Hiho-and it's off to work I go-my turn to drive. Leaving here at 7.

Mima- You are probably right. I usually buy lite.. I will compare labels next time I go to buy icecream..The cal. may be the same
It looks like rain and then it goes away..
It seems colds are going around here in our area.. Our is son sick with one.. I hope we don't get it. I try to press the point of getting the flu shot,but, you know they don't want to hear any advice..I say it anyhow.. All they have to do is plug their ears..
I got hardly any sleep last night.. I hope tonight is better. I take tylenol pm and darvocet100 usually. I have been trying not to take the darvocet and take advil later in the night if I need it. Didn't work last night.
Tammy- Hopefully your hubby will continue to be ok alone sometimes so you can get out and do the things you like..
Hello Happy and Meme...Joanne

Hi, thanks to everyone for your best wishes. The diet I'm on is light breakfast of whole grains and lean cuisine for lunch and dinner. It works for me, anyway. Besides the FM, I have OA of my left knee, and PPS (post-polio syndrome). I had polio at 2 1/2 and am now very weak from it...and it has it's own pain to deal with...but I try and move around as best I can.

Mima, that's too bad that your friend forgot about your lunch! I wouldn't have even thought to get preapproval for an eye doctor. That's great about Brieanne being baptized. I would have cried too!

Joanne, I think you should have smacked your BIL many years ago for making fun of your hubby when he was helping to clean. I have been eating Great Value brand sugar free, fat free ice cream. I have butter pecan right now. It isn't as good as the real stuff, but it's not bad either!! Bob gets a flu shot every year. Last year was my first time, and I got really sick the week after I received it. Not sure if I'll get it again or not.

Barb, it doesn't sound like you are getting very many calories per day with what you wrote. Don't go too low, ok??

Bob called the case management lady at the insurance company yesterday about them not paying for the last 4 days. She said that since the doctors and the hospital are all in our network, WE won't owe a thing. They will have to cover the costs! We were so relieved!

He has an appointment with one of the specialists this morning. We're hoping that he'll take him off some of the diuretics. He is down to 166 pounds (usually 185-190). I know they had to get rid of the fluids when he was up to 240, but I think they can be cut back now. Also hoping they cut him back on the oxygen he is using.

Hope you are all doing well. I've been doing ok on the food and water, but I'm not losing any more.

Tammy- Believe me the BIL got his. He married a girl 20 years younger. She was a real whip. She had him doing everything and after 17 years she started running around on him with any male she could find. She even brought them home after he was in bed.He ended up with brain cancer and died in hospice. She ended up married to one she found in therepy . We haven't heard from her in years,don't want to either.Their son married a nice girl and has 2 kids. He never went to college because the parents wouldn't pay for it. He did well though and is a manager at a winn dixie grocery market.Glad you got your med bills taken care of.. We don't need a referall for eyes but have to use dr.s in system.
Today is going to be busy.. Going to pick up meds at W/M and do some shopping... It rained a little last night. Not heavy or much..
Hello everybody..Joanne

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Good morning to you. Today I have started, yet AGAIN! this task of cutting back. Boy, it is hard slogging because it seems it is so easy to gain it all back. Much easier than trying to lose it!

I am increasing the fiber. I eat quite a lot of fiber but am going to try to get between 35-30 grms. a day. Made a good start this morning, with Sunny Boy Cereal (9 grms) and a slice of sprouted wheat bread (5) and a Banana (at least 1 grm Iwould think). That's almost half of my days supply. Fiber is supposed to keep you filled up, so we shall see. Too much, and you had better watch out, or at least make sure a bathroom is near :lol I can't tolerate Bran, as it gets the IBS stirred up.

I don't need to work until Friday, so I am quite happy about that. I worked yesterday, and I was soooooo tired I could hardly think. I will see if I can do my job with eyes closed!! Hope I didn't make any mistakes, but time will tell. I need some time to just relax and not do too much.

Last week, I washed the walls in both bathrooms and gave them a Fall Cleaning. Now that is done and they look (or maybe it is just me, and they FEEL) so clean. Next I want to do my kitchen, but it will have to wait a day or two.

We were in Edmonton on the weekend. It was gsons birthday and he turned 9. Had a nice, noisy 9yr old birthday party - Harry Potter theme. Little Meela, seemed to grow in the 2 weeks since I last saw her. Her hair has really grown. She is also changing from a baby to a little girl. So cute she is. I wanted to get pictures, but left my camera at home.

Ashley got her hair cut shorter - not short. It looks cute on her. She loves to do her own hair and has since she was 5 or 6. She is heading for 10 in the Spring.

I don't know where all the time goes, but it sure goes fast.

Tammy - I hope that your hubby can get back to normal soon, but I suppose it takes time. He was very ill.

Joanne - sounds like that SIL was kind of a nut case.

LaBard - do you supplement that with fresh veggies and fruit of just eat that? Whatever, as long as it falls off :lol

Mima - have fun at work.

Joanne, it really does sound like the BIL got his! Wow! The son being a manager of a winn-dixie sounds like a pretty good position. I have been to Wal Mart so much since Bob has been home. He'll mention something that sounds good, so I go get it hoping that he'll eat and put some weight back on. He is so thin. He is drinking 1 or 2 Ensures a day plus the food he is eating.

Anne, I need to remember that just because I'm trying to get Bob to eat, I need to keep watching!! Remind me of that please!! I should check out how much fiber I eat in a day. I think I do ok, but not great. Glad you don't have to work until Friday. Let's meet and go shopping!! i would have enjoyed the b-day party! I like Harry Potter!

Today at Bob's appointment, the doctor was aware of the the insurance situation because he had also received a letter. As long as they get things taken care of and it doesn't hurt us, just do it!

Bob is now off of oxygen! He is thrilled!! He isn't tripping over the tube anymore, and Kramer isn't getting caught up in it. Bob went to physical therapy this afternoon. He was tired when he finished, and tonight he is a little sore. He goes again on Thurs. Next week he'll go 3 times.

Tim might come home after the football game on Sat. He is trying to get someone to switch work schedules with him so he can. It's going to be a surprise for Bob if I can keep my mouth shut!!! lol I'm going to the game, and my nephew is going along and using Bob's ticket.

Tomorrow is the soup kitchen and another chiro appointment.

Only working til noon -gotta get home and get my tummy back in order althought I have been pretty good. Nicethat Bob is coming along!! You can see Alison's pics on www.jcarville.blogspot.com Bye for now-gotta pack up. Mima

Tammy- Did you say that your hubby was diabetic? Unless they have changed it ,I think insure has a lot of sugar in it..
I keep watching what I eat but still the weight stays the same. I eat a lot of fiber..The B/R is the most used room in this house..I did find that no added sugar ice cream has 4% sugar and that lite has 14%.. that is quiet a difference.
Happy- Yes the sil was a nut case.. I had to have her baker acted once when she was at her worse. We went to see about the BIL and found a mess. We brought them both back to Tarpon and I had her taken the next day..It didn't do a bit of good..
Hello Mima, Meme
Joanne

Joanne, he is diabetic, but right now the doctor isn't worried about that. His readings in the morning have been less than 100, and 2 hours after eating they have been below 140. The ensure does have sugar/carbs in it, but for right now he needs to get some weight back on and his strength built up. I know that the therapy will help.

I'm not losing either. It doesn't seem to matter what or how much I eat. I stay the same. I guess that's better than gaining, right? The Great Value brand of the no added sugar and fat free ice cream really isn't that bad. It's nice because I don't feel guilty if I eat some of it.

We didn't have many for lunch at the soup kitchen today. It looked like it was going to storm, so I'm sure that kept some away.

Tomorrow we meet with the liver specialist. Bob has lots of questions for him that he keeps thinking of since he's been home. Hope he gets some answers even if it isn't what he wants to hear. He knows he can never have alcohol again, so that won't be a question.

I hop you have a productive doctor's appt.
Yeah for the Red Sox winning their first game!!!
Gotta figure out shopping-guess I will have to braek down and go but we need so much stuff I won't be able to push the carriage. ???
Auntie fell against the table-she's hurting-hope she didn't break anything-she has mild osteoporosis.
Bobby wants to come to FL-I told him to come at Christmas because he is alone when he is here. He is so easy. Now to find a reasonably priced ticket. Suzanne will be with her bf-she can always get a ticket last minute. those 2 are getting close after all those years of fighting!!! He has helped her out so many times.
I am going to see Signature Sound tonight!!! Mima

His appt. was good. The diuretics have been reduced by half, so maybe he'll stop losing weight. He hasn't been real hungry, and he has to eat. He also isn't sleeping at night. He falls asleep during the day, and then he can't sleep at night. The doctor on Tuesday said that's ok. I don't think so, but who am I?

He did more at therapy yesterday, and today he is really worn out.

He did say a while ago that he'd like to order a pizza for supper. Sounds good and easy to me!

Hope everyone has had a good week!

It takes time for things to go back to a good level. We had a lot of ups and downs after Brad's heart surgery. Esp when his pressure was so low he almost passed out in doc's office. They gave the same med to everyone and Brad's pressure is low anyways-another adjustment. One day at a time, Tammy,
Well the trip yesterday to see Sherrill was a hoot. We had fun esp since Brad wouldn't listen to the gps and we took so much lomger to get to the restaurant before we went to see Sherrill. Then the gps had the wrong address? to go to the rehab. I was squished in the back because Brieanna is big. Good thing Paula and I are not, Well-she was happy to see us but she had to go back on the trach to breathe and was having a hard time. And she cried but I guess I would if it was my bd and I was flat on my back-Brie tries so much to encourage her. Paula is going to try again to see her moved closer. Her progress is limited.
Well-grocery shopping this am, We are into the playoffs-we watched the Yankees get beat by the Indians and then the Red Sox won!!!
Bye for now Mima and hi to all and have a good weekend.

Tammy - could you send me some of those pills that make you skinny??? :lol the water pills make heart go into Atrial Fibrillation, so I can't take them. Hope that your hubby starts to get an appetite soom.

Glad you can order pizza. I think you deserve a break.

Mima - Could just see you scrunched in the back seat. No so comfortable.

This is Thanksgiving weekend in Canada. My daughter, SIL and Ashley will be coming today. My son has taken a job out of town, so they won't be coming. My DIL will be going to her Mom's so she won't be alone.

Having a bit of a FM flare. Pain and Fatigue. I think it has to do with the season change. BTW, SNOW is getting closer to you! We had snow here yesterday morning. Just a sciff, stuck on the cars and trees, but not the ground.

Hope you all have a great day.

Snow-we have to get out of here-Brad has all the little jobs to do=I am going to help some. I washed the outside windows but will have to do them over. If push gets to shove, I will ask Bobby to help. maybe Brett, We can hire Billy to clean. My turn to think one day at a time.
We watched Ladies in Lavender-an English comedy.
Brad has to get checked on Tues for a spot on his retina-hope its nothing. I will get a rubber piece replaced on our car which is next door to the doc's.
We are watching a course on ALPHA narrated by a person from England which is so good and he has a great sense of humor.
Jessica is 2 cm dilated-yikes. Her dad's bd is Wed-wouldn't that be funny!/
Mima

Mima, I've heard about so many people ending up in the wrong places with the GPS! I think I'll just keep trusting my maps. lol When do you head south? We'll be heading for Georgia toward the end of January, be there for the month of February, and then back home the beginning of March sometime. That would be funny if the baby was born on his b-day!! Let us know what Brad finds out about the retina.

Anne, I told Bob that since he wasn't going to be taking as many pills, that I'd just use them to see if I could lose a few pounds. He just rolled his eyes at me. Sure is a thought though!! The pizza was yummy. We ordered a 9 inch one, and we had some left over. There was a time when we each could have eaten a 9 inch one by ourselves, but those days are gone thank goodness.

Happy Thanksgiving!!! I hope you and your family had a wonderful time. I really wasn't ready to hear/read the word snow! Oh my!!

It was 90+ at the football game on Saturday. My face is still a bit pink. Tim switched work shifts so he didn't have to work Sat. night. He came home and surprised Bob. He had talked to him a couple times on the phone, but they hadn't seen each other since the weekend Bob came home from the hospital. Tim couldn't believe how thin he is. Bob is 10 pounds less than Tim. Bob = 160 and 6'3". Tim = 170 and 5'10". I went to a prayer meeting that night, and when I came home I smelled popcorn. Tim had made some and he also gave Bob a couple of mini-candy bars to eat with it. He said he was trying to help him gain a few pounds.

I've been keeping track of his calories, and he has been eating between 2,000 and 2,500 for the past 5 days. We went to church yesterday morning, but we had to leave part way through the service. I thought it might be too much for him with the ride, and I guess I was right. The pastor is coming up on Thursday for a visit.

Chiro this morning, Bob has PT this afternoon, water aerobics tonight. Our calendar is a mess for this week! Too much going on.

Sounds like you guys are really taking care of yourselves.
It sure sounds like Bob has been making some good changes. My br has gout-he has to stop drinking beer for now-seems he is always getting something related to beer. He doesn't drink that much anymore-he is diabetic. But what a great guy he is.
I went ballistic yesterday-Brad's gd was here in her company truck and her 4 almost 5 year old was in the front seat where the air bag is. He even muttered something about the danger. I hope she finds a way to shut off that airbag. In my older age, I really get upset when I see these young parents do something dangerous!!!
Wow for the Red Sox. I was hoping the Yankees would get swept too but they are still alive.
I am going to try to help Brad a little today-he has to work. Happy thanksgiving, Anne. Mima Ps-second week in November. Tenant is moving in the first-that is the important deadline. After that-it's finish Brad's work. I can pack while I sleep-it's a no=brainer.

Bob just left for the doctor. I called and got him an appt with our family doctor here in town this morning. He is not sleeping, he itches constantly, and he is still losing weight. I had to stay here because the people are supposed to come and pick up all of the oxygen stuff, and they weren't sure when they would get here.

I can understand about you going ballistic! That is just too dangerous. I haven't been paying any attention to world series stuff at all. really had no clue who was in the running for it. Packing while you sleep would be interesting to see!!!

Hope everyone is doing ok!!

Tammy- I hope the doctors can find a way to help your hubby.. Sounds like he may be allergic to some meds..Isn't it strange how you retired and then your hubby gets sick and you are there to take care of him. God must have a plan..
We went to Dr. yesterday for a 3 month checkup... My hubby is fine just has to change the times he takes his meds.. The dr. tried to tell me I am depressed when I told him about some small problem. He wanted to put me on medication. I told him I wasn't depressed and I wasn't taking any pills for it..Why is it when they don't know the answers that is the first thing they want to do? Dope us up because we are getting older?I told him there were other methods...My sugar,colesterol,trig.and everything else is up ,guess I will have to stop eating icecream.
Mima- It is still hot down here.. I sure hope we have a cool winter..The weather men are saying it will be better the end of the week..
Happy Thansgiving ,Happy..
Today is our sons 49th B/D. We sent him a card and gift. We plan to see him this weekend..We will call him tonight.. I used to make a cake and cook a B/D dinner for him. Now his wife can do that.. Hope she does ..
Joanne

Joanne, the doctor prescribed a medicine that will help with the itching plus help him sleep. They are pretty sure the itching is coming from the liver damage. The doctor also said that I'm doing everything right when it comes to planning meals and getting him to eat. He also said he can have more of the Ensures each day to help out.

Depression. I have to agree with you. Bob's doctor asked him more than once yesterday about depression. He told the dr. that when he was at the hospital he was depressed, but he is doing much better at home. Sorry about the test results being up for you. Giving up ice cream will be hard. Happy b-day to your son!! Hope his wife made a cake and a nice dinner for him.

I'm leaving in about 15 minutes to volunteer at the Christian radio station for a couple hours. Doing the same thing tomorrow and Friday. I'm sure it will be fun, but I am also sure I could sleep some more. When I come home from there, I need to get changed and go to a funeral. Brother of a good friend found out 6 weeks ago he had cancer. The only reason he even went to the doctor was for a back ache. He went very fast.

Sounds like pancreatic cancer-you go really fast when you get that.
Going to Auntie's-Brad went to eye doc's because of a spot on his retina-everything ok-I straightened out that insurance stuff.
I will only paint a little this morning-then go to chiro's to straighten out any damage. ha!!!!!
Joanne, sugar affects your triglycerides and cholesterol. Sorry about that bad news. It's tough to have to change yor diet!!
My stomache is doing pretty well-I have been eating a Cortland apple every day-almost as good as ice cream. Maybe that apple a day makes sense. I am also putting more things in my diet.
Jessica didn't go to doc's yesterday-talk about depression-she has not had her script renewed-they are afraid of postpartum depression. talk about things you can't control. I keep telling her. I should talk to her bf.
Bye for now Mima

Hi everybody.

Mima - glad your tummy is behaving. An Apple A Day, Keeps the Dr. Away. The pectin is supposed to be good at stopping bowel ailments. Hope it continues to do so. Gosh, time will go fast now, and in no time you will be back in Florida. Glad there was nothing wrong with Brad's eye. It seems the older you get, the more things pop up.

Tammy - glad to hear that your hubby is doing not too badly. That must be good news for you. Some cancers are soooo fast. That Pancreatic Cancer is what my FIL had, and he only lasted such a little while. He did turn yellow though, and they thought at first, it could be his Gallbladder. NOT.

Glad you are able to get out and do something for yourself. Sounds like you are enjoying working at the radio station.

Joanne - Personally, I think, if you are going to eat ice cream, it is best to eat the real stuff, fat and all. There are too many chemicals in the other stuff and they DO affect us, one way or another. My Mom was diabetic, and she could have 1/2 c ice cream a couple times a week, without it affecting her.

Dieting doesn't seem that hard in theory or on paper, but doing it seems impossible. I guess you just have to completely change your lifestyle and your thought processes to make it happen.

I have that darn yeast problem back again. It seems like NOTHING wants to get rid of it permanently. Next, I will have liver problems, because of the "cure" - DIFLUCAN! It doesn't seem to matter whether I eat sugar or just eat veggies and meat, with a bit of fruit. It still flares up.

I will probably make my way to the chiro today. Pain is everywhere, although he can only do so much. Feels like all the muscles are on the verge of going into spasms.

Hope you all have a nice day.

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Hi guys. Doesn't bifidus help with that yeast. Go to the health food store and talk to them. They have healthy stuff. Not cheap but worth it.
Good news that Brad got some heat upstairs-bad news is that when it blows air it affects my allergies and sounds like an oncoming train-he will make some adjustments/
I acn't even think about Fl because of all the work left to do. Today, I can clean out the bathroom and shut the door so it will stay that way.
We are going to couples group tonight-and I want to watch the Playoffs.
Got a haircut-can't wait til Monday til i get a massage.
Hope you are better soon, Anne. And Tammy-what a neat thing to work at a Christian radio Staion. Best to Bob. Mima

Happy- I think that the best thing I can do is stop buying icecream.. Then I won't eat it..We have a little left in freezer and when that is gone I told hubby that is it..I spent a lot of time checking cereals in store. They all have sugar.. Even oatmeal has 1 gram..1 gram =500mgm. That can't be helped unless I go to healthfood store and get steel cut oatmeal.. I am not going to spend nearly an hour cooking oatmeal in the am.
Mima- I spent a very uncomfortable night last night.. Sleep was hard to find.. I have to change the way I am doing things,diet ,exercise,etc..I guess I have to say this is a new day.. You will always find things that have to be done.. Just close the door and come on down to Fl. It will be there when you get back..
Tammy- Just keep doing what you are doing.Everything will work out in the end... I think there are times when we all get depressed.. I just tell myself I don't have time for it. I know too much about the effects of depression meds. I always have said there are other ways to deal with it..I guess there are women who would grab at them and go around in a fog.. Not me.. I have to have clear sight and thinking..
Now ,I am off to Sams.. I buy bulk what I can. It saves money in the long run..I don't buy dairy there. We don't use it fast enough.
Have a good weekend everybody.
Hello Meme...Come on back...Joanne

Anne, I agree about diets looking so easy on paper. I wish it was so easy. It has taken me since mid-July to drop 15 pounds that shows on my tracker. I'm not complaining that it is gone, but it sure takes a while!!! I'm down 45 pounds from what I was about 5 years ago, so I am moving in the right direction. Still seems like a long way to go though. That dumb yeast problem has to go!!! Tell it to go away!!!!!! How was the chiro appt? Mine did a re-evaluation the other day. I have increased my range of motion quite a bit. I can tell a difference at water aerobics! Apparently the chiro is working!! LOL to the guy knocking!!!

Mima, I'm glad you mentioned hair cut!!! I keep forgetting to call. I just called, and there is no answer. I'll try again in a little while. I'm getting a bit shaggy and very gray roots are showing. Another woman was working her first pledge drive too at the station. We were there from 6-8 AM Wed, Thurs, and today. Yesterday she asked who my husband was. I told her, and she started getting tears and cried out, "We're related!" Her mother and Bob are first cousins. I hadn't seen her in several years. It was just so neat! It's amazing that we had never volunteered before, and for both of us to volunteer and be working the same shift was just too wonderful to believe! Everyone at the station was amazed and cheering for us as we hugged and cried. She has had some rough times, and I think she is getting her life together. Her aunt has helped her through lots of issues with her mother.

Joanne, I had been on a depression med for several years. The doctor had tried to wean me off different times during the summers, but I always ended up back on it, but not a high dosage like when I started. In July, I started weaning myself off of it. Didn't talk to the doctor about it. I haven't taken any since the beginning of August. I think I'm going to be ok!! I didn't have to go back on it with all of the problems with Bob, so I think that is saying something!!! I have never been to Sam's. Maybe if there was one closer I might, but I don't want to drive an hour or more to go there.

Off to a football game tomorrow with another nephew. We'll get together with Tim afterwards for supper. SHould be fun.

Oh, our pastor came up yesterday afternoon and spent about 2 hours visiting with Bob and me. It was a nice visit, and he was pretty blunt with Bob about some things. His dad, brother, and sister were all alcoholics, so he just let it rip so to speak. I know he'll be back to talk one on one with Bob, and he has offered to go to a counseling thing with him to get him started.

Have a great weekend!!

Meme, where are you???

What a great story about Bob'ss cousin. And yeah for the Pastor. One thing that people don't get is that you have to be tough with alcoholics. My oldest son had his BIL living with him and thought he could talk his way into helping him. I kept saying AA . Now he is living with someone else and had to detox last week. My brother is still drinking. I firmly believe they can't do it alone-need a power greater than themseves-which I believe is God. I think bob will do fine because he alraedy has that spiritual part-I think.
Yeah for the Sox-we were at couples Bible study but i wanted to be watching the game!!!!!
We can't leave everything because the apt is not done and the tenant is moving in 11/1 or abouts. And Brad has some work to finish to get the rest of our money.
And I am painting but I don't overdue it.
Joanne-Walmart has oatmeal that is sugar free.
Pastor needs someone to host the next couple's group and no one came forth. I told them about the heating situation but if no one volunteers, I will have it but keep it simple.By then , I will need Chelsea to dust.
Have a good weekend. Mima

Hi Tammy - glad that your exercise program is working well for you and that your range of motion is improving. That IS a big deal! Good for you on that weight loss. It is soooooo hard to lose it and KEEP it off. That seems to be even harder. Weightwatchers believes that it takes 16 weeks to change a habit. I think we get right back into MOST of them, no matter HOW long we have been away from them.

Food plays such a significant roll in our lives. Where do we go where there isn't food around? It is part of socializing. Willpower is great, but a lot of time, especially when we are tired and hurting, it somehow takes second place.

Mima - You sound busy. It seems to be a constant struggle in your house, with getting stuff done. Why not sell it, and buy yourself a condo, that needs NO upkeep by you. Especially when you leave for the winter. Just shut the door and go. It would be sooooo much easier on you.

Joanne - Oatmeal has sugar in it? Just the prepackaged kind. I buy plain oatmeal and it is just oats and it takes about 4 minutes to cook. Lately, I have been eating SUNNYBOY CEREAL for breakfast. That is soooo good, and I like it a LOT better than oatmeal. You just have to cook it for 3 minutes and let it sit for 2. I don't know if you have that in the USA or not. The one I buy comes from right here in Alberta. It is a blend of wheat, rye and flaxs. Loaded with fiber and tastes good with just a bit of brown sugar and milk.

I agree with not buying ice cream. I do that as well. If it's here, it seems to call (make that SHOUT) my name. If it isn't, no problems.

...................... Here's a little laugh for all of you and it IS a good question........

The other day a young person asked me how I felt about being old. I was taken aback, for I do not think of myself as old. Upon seeing my reaction, she was immediately embarrassed, but I explained that it was an interesting question, and I would ponder it, and let her know.

Old Age, I decided, is a gift. I am now, probably for the first time in my life, the person I have always wanted to be.

Oh, not my body! I sometime despair over my body, the wrinkles, the baggy eyes, and the sagging butt. And often I am taken aback by that old person that lives in my mirror (who looks like my mother!), but I don't agonize over those things for long.

I would never trade my amazing friends, my wonderful life, my loving family for less gray hair or a flatter belly. As I've aged, I've become more kind to myself, and less critical of myself. I've become my own friend.

I don't chide myself for eating that extra cookie, or for not making my bed, or for buying that silly cement gecko that I didn't need, but looks so avante garde on my patio. I am entitled to a treat, to be messy, to be extravagant.

I have seen too many dear friends leave this world too soon; before they understood the great freedom that comes with aging.

Whose business is it if I choose to read or play on the computer until 4 AM and sleep until noon?
I will dance with myself to those wonderful tunes of the 60&70's, and if I, at the same time, wish to weep over a lost love .....I will.

I will walk the beach in a swim suit that is stretched over a bulging body, and will dive into the waves with abandon if I choose to, despite the pitying glances from the jet set. They, too, will get old.

I know I am sometimes forgetful. But there again, some of life is just as well forgotten. And Eventually remember the important things.

Sure, over the years my heart has been broken. How can your heart not break when you lose a loved one, or when a child suffers, or even when somebody's beloved pet gets hit by a car? But broken hearts are what give us strength and understanding and compassion.

A heart never broken is pristine and sterile and will never know the joy of being imperfect.
I am so blessed to have lived long enough to have my hair turning gray, and to have my youthful laughs be forever etched into deep grooves on my face. So many have never laughed, and so many have died before their hair could turn silver.

As you get older, it is easier to be positive. You care less about what other people think. I don't question myself anymore. I've even earned the right to be wrong.

So, to answer your question, I like being old. It has set me free. I like the person I have become. I am not going to live forever, but while I am still here, I will not waste time lamenting what could have been, or worrying about what will be. And I shall eat dessert every single day. (If I feel like it)

Except for my body hurting , I love my age and you are right about the friends and all that other stuf.
We can't sell the house because my husband still works and we have 2 garages filled with his stuff-and a shed too. Believe me, I lived in a condo and I would go there in a minute. Someday, he won't be able to wotk but he loves it and he loves building, and I have to accept the fact that he won't change. Just that next year he has to finish projects in our house.He also built this house. I get relief being in Fl but he always figures out ways to do stuff there. He has to change the ac so it is quieter there and then we are going to put in a new floor because tan rugs do not do it all over the house-especially the entry. He even changes things in the lanai where his trains are. I never know where I will wash because he changed the washer and dryer location. I guess that's what keeps him going. I told him he has ADD. That's the story,
We called Brad's br and they are going with us to Springfield-he hasn't been yet. Then we are going out to eat at the super buffet-his wife is Cambodian and only likes that kind of food-super buffet is good because of the choices.
Brr-it's cool here. Mima

Mima, right now I think things are going to be ok with Bob and the alcohol. I honestly believe that this episode scared him, and that is a good thing!

Anne, I have belonged to Weight Watchers a few times. It seems like when I am attending meetings, I don't lose. When I quit and do it on my own, I seem to lose. lol

We are going away next weekend! I decided that Bob needs to get away, so I made reservations in the town where Tim goes to school. He has to work next weekend, so when he isn't working, he can come over to the hotel and visit. There is a pool and a whirlpool, and I think that will be nice. Bob said with the weight he's lost, he'll lose his swim trunks! He's probably right.
There is a mall in town, so I can go there sometime over the three days.

Great idea, Tammy.
We went to Springfield with Brad's br and wife. Sherrill was happy to see him and looks like they are planning to go there again because he was copying down the rte. Then we went to the restaurant but got a little lost getting there-The gps was out of whack again. And we were out of whack too. Laughed a lot!!!! The buffet was good.
Today I get a massage at 11-dentist at 2 and then I am going to pick up a stroller and swing for Jess, Just need a playpack.
It's 36-the heater woke me up. Bye for now-Mima

LOL about the gps! laughing is a great thing!!!

Bob gained 5 pounds since he weighed last week!!!!! Woo hoo!! Only 20 more to go to be back at his normal weight. Today he definitely had an appetite for the first time since before he went to the hospital.

That is super-imagine being happy over gaining 5 lbs-(joke)! He really is progressing.
Boohoo red Sox. One game at a time.
I picked up the stroller and swing-really nice. 30$!
Bobby and a friend are coming over next week to help Brad finish up.
I had a nice massage yesterday but my back still hurts. I will get a shot if I have to.
We were warm last night from heat on downstairs,\.
Bye for now Mima

Happy- Yes the oat meal I found has sugar in it. I have been reading the labels of just about all package goods I buy. I looked in W/M for the surgarless and they had the same kind I already have..Quaker Oats..
Tammy- I would shout for joy to lose 5 pounds.. It looks like your hubby is headed in the right direction.. Our son had his bloodwork done and his enzemes were up. The Dr. said it may be because of the herbal meds he has been taking.. We hope that is all it is.. They took him off of all meds. Not even to take a asa. He is getting more tests...He used to drink too much. He doesn't touch a drop now.. Getting religion helped there..
Mima- 36 ,it looks like it is getting cold up there. We are still warm.. ac running a lot.. We still need rain here in our area..the weeds are drying up..That is one thing that won't die though.
Hello Meme...
Joanne

I'd be jumping for joy losing 5 pounds too! I wish he could take some of mine.

Bob is only taking the meds that were prescribed, nothing herbal at this time. Maybe in the future.

My BIL called from Tampa tonight. He mentioned how warm it is there. It wasn't bad here yesterday, about 80. Today was cooler especially when it became cloudy.

I met with the teachers after they got out of school today. We had a nice visit. Lots of laughs. Some of the retired ones are getting together for lunch next week.

Have to be careful of herbs and prescriptions together.
The Red Sox lost again. Cleveland wants it so bad-one more chance on Thurs.At least the Yankees are out.
Josh wanted to move in next week because he can't have his hotel room but he works at night and sleeps during the day so that wouldn't work-we won;t be done. We thought he could sleep in the camper for a week. He came here last night-wow -does he have nice clothes. I gave him some rice and beans that I made.
Well-back to work-Mima

My SIL's mother is a big Cleveland fan since that's where she lives. I'm sure she'll be watching the game.

How old is Josh? I like beans and rice. Bob isn't thrilled with them. lol

I'm taking Kramer to the doggy hotel. Getting carpets cleaned today, then he'll be there until Sun. night or Mon. morning since we're going away over the weekend.

I am glad you are getting a breather, Tammy.
We can actually see the end of the construction. What a help Billy was. And I can't believe I am surviving the painting. Today I am going to Woman's Bible Study=that's a break and I will have my favorite Chai Tea Latte.
The Red Sox won!! Back to Boston. And we can see that the Indians want it so bad.
Jessica is still doing well-doc says she is close. She
is going crazy buying everything.
Bye for now and hi everyone. Mima

Hi-stayed up til midnight to watch the Red Sox win!!!!!Wow,
Ever since I started to eat an apple every day, my stomache has been better??????
Mima

I was sound asleep while you were watching the Red Sox win. I'm sure my brother's MIL was up watching the Indians lose.

Maybe I should start eating an apple a day. I've been hurting so bad the past few days. weather change? who knows.

Hope eveyone is doing ok!!

Hope you had a good weekend.
I got all the paint off and recaulked the sink but the paint came off so I will touch it up today. Josh was moving in his stuff last night -but he has to sleep in the camper.
I'm so excited-we are going to visit Brad's sister and then go to Suoer walmart on the way home-last shopping before FL. Hope to leave that second week/
I found a playpack-what we used to call a playpen-online-hope it's not sold. Bye for now Mima

Tammy- You are not by yourself. My shoulder that I fell on has been giving me a fit. More so at night than in the daytime.. I am just eating the advil.. Our sons latest bloodwork came back normal. They think he was taking too many/much herbal meds. I hope he has cut them all out.. If nothing else maybe he will watch his diet closer..He has this idea that low fat etc is not as good as the other foods.. I told his wife to not tell him it is lowfat. He won't know the difference..She made some diabetic muffins.. He wouldn't touch them after she told him they were diabetic..My hubby was very much the same.. Now he just keeps quiet and eats what I give him,although ,he still wants his spagetti with ragu now and then. I just put turkey in it instead of beef. He doesn't know the difference..
Mima- It is still steaming down here.. We are hoping for some cooler weather.Looks like you are getting excited waitng for the new G/baby...I would be too. That isn't likely to happen for some time..Our G/daughter called last night.. She was 26 yesterday.. She thinks she is getting old!!!
Hello Happy,Meme... Joanne

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Good morning. I guess it's that painful time of year, yet again - the change of season. Soon it will settle into winter (at least here, it will be cold and dry and I will feel a LOT better painwise)

Mima - not long before you go to Florida. I am sure you are excited about that. Good that the renter is getting moved in now.

Tammy - sorry to hear you are in pain. Hope it settles down. Glad you had a good weekend.

Joanne - seems like old injuries hurt a lot in season changes. My elbow is giving me trouble, the one I hurt in the accident 5 years ago!!! Hopefully, it will settle down soon, as it is the right one and I am forever moving it. I agree with your son, that low fat diets don't really work. Fat is a satisfier so you need to have it, but you need to choose the good fats, not the saturated fats. I don't care for ground turkey or chicken, but I use beef sparingly. I do cook lots of chicken and fish as well.

We were in Edmonton on the weekend. It was my daughter's 40th birthday, and we all had a really good time. Lot's of visiting with family members.

Heard from Candice. They haven't moved yet, but they will be soon. The house is in town now instead of out in the country, so that will be different for them. She hasn't been feeling too bad. She hopes to get back here as soon as she gets a new computer. The old one won't let her on as she doens't have enough RAM left. She says to say "hi".

Computers only last about 4 years-can you believe that-I am sure this one is on it's way out but the new ones are so cheap-I once pd 1400 for an HP.
Today is Jessica's due date.
The playpack was sold. Guess I will break down and buy a new one-she still has money.
Wonderful prayer meeting last night.
When this is over-I will get my back straightened out-I am so glad nothing else is bad.
I would watch out for herbs with scripts if I were your son, Joanne. I put flax in hubby's food and don't tell him but don't put it in gravy. Awful!
Bye for now mima

Mima- Believe me his wife and I told him about those herb meds.. We never know just what is in them and mixing them with script meds is bad business..
We finally got some rain.. It will dry out fast.. We have been watching the fires in Ca. That is just heart breaking for those people..
Happy this shoulder pain (R) is new.. I fell a week or so again.. Ofcourse the old hurts have developed arthritis so they hurt too with the change of weather.. At my age that is expected ,I guess.Yes we need some fats but not the wrong kind.. I tend to limit some and am trying to limit carbs. I was doing really well for awhile but being just human I tend to fall back into bad habits.. The Dr. says I am diebetic and so you see that is another battle to contend with.We had a speaker ar Tops last week that handed out rubber bands.. We were supposed to wear them to remind us not to eat the wrong things..WELL!!! It hasn't done very much for me this week.. Guess I need to wear 2 and go another week!!!I will take a poll this week and see how many it helped..
Tammy- I am not a baseball fan either.. We do watch the Bucs(football).We understand some of it.I think it is the pectin in the apple that is supposed to help us. I should buy some too..
Bye...Joanne

Joanne, glad to hear about his bloodwork being normal. That herbal stuff can do a number on people too. I try to do little tricks when I'm cooking also. I've been trying to do healthy things because I know that Bob needs to change some of his eating habits. It's going to take a while to get him convinced!! It is in the 40's today. I have been shivering most of the day, and we have the heat on. I hope I'm not getting a bug of some kind. I am rarely cold.

We've been watching the fires also. It just makes me feel sick that there isn't something that can be done. Glad you got some rain. It has rained here for a couple of days, and with it turning cooler, I told Bob it will snow by the weekend. I hope not!!!! My BIL and family are big Bucs fans! We were past the stadium when we went to visit them in July.

Anne, happy birthday to your daughter! It's always nice to get together and visit, and just to catch up on what has been happening in your lives. Wonder if Candice will like being in town instead of country? We have lived both places, and I can honestly say I prefer the country. Where we live now only has a few houses on our street, and there aren't any homes or other streets near us. I count it as "almost country".

Mima, our computer has been doing some strange things lately, so I'm sure it will be leaving us. We are planning to get a laptop for when we go to Georgia. I don't know if that will be our only one or if we'll get another desktop also sometime. glad your prayer meeting was good. I went to one last night also. It was really nice. We were doing communion, and my nametag was covered with my jacket, so I whipped it back when I was ready to dip the bread in the wine, so he could see my name. I totally flustered him! I ate dinner with him and our pastor afterwards, and he was still going on about me "flashing" him. the pastor just shook his head. He told me that I always get myself into something. lol

Tomorrow I have chiropractor and a membership committee meeting for the County Retired Teachers. I was invited the last time because they want someone to take over the head person's position of the committee. It's not going to be me! I just can't do it.

Have a great day!!

Hope you are all well. Having a Fibro flare here. So tired. Going back to lay down.

I'll be back tomorrow, hopefully with more energy.

Take a moment, if you can, and watch this.

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Hi-Didn't expect 13-1 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sherrill looked like a new person and it was only 35 minutes to see her!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Facility is only 3 years old.
I think my phone is broken-it doesn't pay to get new batteries. Phones are cheaper.
Disappointed in the Superwalmart except for the Blue Bunny ice cream. No added sugar banana split!!!!!!!!!!!!Brad's fave.
Going to paint today-have to also get ready for group coming. Tomorrow is my favorite day-Billy and Brad are going to clean.
My daughter bought a Rav 4.
Jessica is still waiting. She sats it's going to be a full moon so she will probably go this weekend.
Sorry for everyone hurting.
One day at a time for me.
That was beautiful-Ecclesiastics.
Bye for now. Mima

Anne, I hope you are feeling better and have more energy today. I loved the link that you posted! Part of the song is the ringtone on my phone!

Mima, lol about the phone. Bob just said the same thing! I really like our SuperWalMart. I shop there regularly.

Just returned from my committee meeting. One of the women just talks way too much. another woman told her to be quiet today until we got organized, and told her she could talk while we put address labels and stamps on post cards. We were finished in less than 45 minutes. The last time we met it went on for almost 2 hours because she wouldn't stop talking!!

There is a nice restaurant here in town that Bob has never been to. I've been there with friends for lunch, but I've never been there for dinner because of the price mostly. I have a card for Buy 1, get 1 Free. I told Bob we are going there for dinner, we'll eat part of what we order and bring the rest home for dinner tomorrow. The card cost $25.00, and we've already saved that much at other places that we regularly go. This will be a treat. Bob said he wants a steack. I think most of those are close to $30 for a dinner. If we both got that, we could save $30. I usually get chicken or fish though. BUT if we get 4 nice meals for $30, that's a good deal!

I love those cards-we had one in FL and saved money but then we didn't go far enough to use it.
Brrr-it's cold. I must have had 3 naps yesterday and slept all night! I didn't watch the game and didn't have a good feeling about it but they won 2-1!!!
Like 2004. Wonder what will happen in Colorado. Even if they lose, they will come back here for 6 and 7.
Bible group coming tonight. I am going to keep it simple. Apple crisp-peanut butter squares and crackers and cheese. Coffee, tea and soda.
Suzanne's bf might not have to go to Iraq-they only need one machinist and they have 3.
Billy is coming today to help clean and whatever. We only have 5 days left to work. Well, that makes me nervous. I have a mammo on Monday and flu shot and rheumo on Tuesday. Brad has heart doc on Monday. And Josh is sleeping in the camper. I keep putting towels out-I feel like I am running a B and B.
Have fun at the restaurant. Tammy. Hope you are better, Anne. Hi Joanne and Meme. Mima

The weather is crazy again. It's in the 70's today. Beautiful with sunshine. I like this!!

I think your snacks for bible group sound pretty good right now!! We did have a nice dinner last night. I ate some of the leftovers for lunch, and I'll probably have some again for dinner. Bob said that I can have them all because he isn't in the mood for leftovers. lol

Heading to a football game tonight at the school from where I retired. Tim is coming back from college to meet some friends there. He is also bringing along a new friend, a girl. I haven't met her, so I'll get to meet her tonight.

What happened to Jessica? What a great study last night about our attitude to calamities and how God wants us to be always grateful to Him-not for the bad things but that it will bring about good-mostly our realtionship with Him. Sorry to be preach but I am still digesting this.
I only got 6 hours sleep after all-full moon and all.
I wrote up a letter asking people to bring things when someone is hosting-not sure how it was received but I mostly am concerned that the Pastor's wife has a lot of the burden and we should help her. Now I have to let that go.
4 more days to work on the apt-it actually looks doable. Josh came upstairs because all the cars were in his way and he couldn't get out. But then they all left at 10.
Go Red Sox!!. Mima

Tim told Jessica at the beginning of the summer that he wanted to take a break. We thought they should see other people before they totally committed to each other because Tim had never dated anyone else. Last year I know she was interested in another guy in the band, and she told Tim that. She is now seeing him, and Tim is seeing another girl in the band. Who knows how it will play out!

I think having others help out when someone is hosting is a great idea!

I'll have to read everyone's posts in details, but I love the fact that they have a forum for those with fibromyalgia. I've had it for many years and of course it was misdaignosed for ever. I started my health plan on September 12th and I've lost about 1/4 of the weight I need to lose. I can absoletuly see a difference in my fribro "fog" - I have much more mental clarity. My feet and fingers are not so swollen, and I feel so much better. I actually only feel like sleeping at night whereas before I went on my plan, I took a nap right after work, and slept a lot on the weekends. i think it goes hand in hand with feeling exhausted and hopeless - I've been fat for years and now I can actually see a light at the end of the tunnel! I feel better and that is just awesome!

Welcome Tracy-- Good weight loss. Keep up the good work and you will be down those pounds you want to lose before you know it..
Tammy-- It was a good idea for your son to see other girls.. There is plenty of time when he is out of school to get serious about one.. We tried to tell out son that and he didn't listen. And he paid the price..They were married 7 awful years and then went their different ways.. He didn't remarry for 20 years. No children except stepchildren and thats a sad story..
Mima- No baby yet?Have a safe trip down.. It is still in the 80's here.
Hello Happy,Meme...Joanne

I forgot to post yesterday-Caleb was born on Sat-7 lbs 14 oz which is the same as his mother was-My stepson seems so proud to be a Grandpa at 40. We will go down next weekend. Please pray for her. She will be a good mom but it's her first.
We went to Brett and Angela's church yesterday-it was very nice-they did Praise hymns like McGregor. Words on the screen and very peppy. I gave the kids their presents-Debbie thought she should be able to play with Keith's blocks. That will be funny.

We have 3 days to finish the apt-Tile work today-oil burner cleaned. I have to paint even though I am hurting. It's so cold and Josh ran out of heat but he went to a hotel last night-I am sure to watch the games on tv. He is a sports nut. Brad has to go to the heart doc and I have a mammo. Tomorrow I go to rheumo and have a flu shot.
Way to go Red Sox-I watched the first 3 innings and Brad watched the last 2.
Hi Tracy-welcome. Mima

Welcome Tracy!!

Joanne, your son's situation is exactly what we had talked to Tim and Jessica about. They didn't want to hear it of course, but I think things finally started sinking into Tim's brain last spring. That's why he thought the summer off would be good. Now it sounds like it's more than the summer off since they are both dating other people. Tim's new friend seems very nice. I didn't get to spend much time with her at the game of course. She is cute and very outgoing. They both smiled alot while they were there. lol

Mima, congrats on Caleb!! Congrats to the Red Sox also!!

Remember last spring when I was called at the last minute to take over a position on an Emmaus Walk? Well, it happened again. One of the assistant table leaders has been ill, and she won't be able to be there this weekend. They asked me to fill in, and of course, I said yes. Might do Bob and I good to have some time away from each other!! lol I go Thursday night, and I'll be back home on Sunday night. I know I'll be tired, but I always have a wonderful experience when I am there. God always shows up!!

That's great, Tammy. Sounds like it will be a good experience-again!!
CRUNCH DAY-Have to finish everything up and waht we don't get done-we will do at night, after Josh goes to work. If he allows it but how can he refuse. Billy is coming.
Most painful Mammo-I hadn't taken my fibro med but I think the girl was a bit rough. Of course, I had to have 2 extra pics. Hope I don't have to have more but if I do I hope it's not the same tech or I will double my pain med.
Also had 2 blood draws-one didn't work-a shot in my leg and a flu shot. I managed to watch some of the Red Sox parade-awesome. And paint and caulk downstairs.
We need God to show up today!! And He will!!!!
Happy Halloween-I will be downstairs working while they come trick or treating and I will be so tired I will eat the leftover candy. I just remebered-I had a large 3 Muskateers-my first lunch-before the Mammo and sugar is not good for Fibro.
I cried when I talked to Jessica-picturing her as a Mom. She said Caleb slept 5 hours straight the night before but she thought he was going to wake up so she didn't sleep. She will learn. Can't wait to see him. He is half Dominican so he will be dark.
Bye for nowMima

Sorry about the pain with the mammo! I've always had good luck with them. I haven't had a 3 Musk. for ages! Sounds good. I'd be excited about seeing Caleb too!!

Not much planned for today except get things together for the weekend. I have aerobics at 6:30, then I have to take my stuff over to the church about 8:30 for set up. By taking it tonight it isn't so hectic when all of the Pilgrims (new people) come in.

have a great day everyone!!

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I'm flying in on my broom this morning - my new mode of transportation for the day;)

Mima - so you are getting down to the wire! You will get it done, but please don't overdo it. Mammograms can be uncomfortable at times, that is for sure. I have never had a really painful one, though. Perhaps if they have to do more, they will do the ultrasound, at least that is painless. I would have thought they would have done any thing additional right then and there. They do here. You always have to wait while they check, and if they see something you have to have further testing, right then and there.

Congrats on that new little baby. I am sure it will take awhile for Jessica to get used to the baby, but she will. I don't think I have EVER eaten a 3Muskateer Bar. Be careful with the candy if you don't want IBS problems as well.

Tammy - enjoy your experience this weekend. You deserve a break. Glad the kids decided to date others. They are too young to make that big decision with first seeing who else is out there. They may end up together in the long run, and that would be great too.

I am going to get in touch with the PT at the hospital and see what I must do to get into their pool. It is much warmer than the local pool. They do have aquasize there for people with FM and OA so wish me luck. Got my meds changed yesterday, when I was at the Dr. The hallucinations need to stop. I never even used to dream, and these are just too real! Said it happens to some people with that beta blocker. Wish me luck with the new one.

I hope you all have a pleasant day. Hi Joanne. Hope you are keeping well.

Anne, I'm picturing you on your broom!! lol I hope you are able to get into the warmer pool. I know the one at the Y isn't kept as warm as it used to be, and sometimes it is too uncomfortable for me. I hope the new meds work better for you!!!! I agree about the dreams. Different meds do that to me too.

Hi Tammy. Looks like my broom took me someplace else first :lol:

HEY! That witch wasn't there when I was here earlier!!! Love it!! I think it looks more like me though. lol

Just returned from taking my stuff to the church. I think it will be a good weekend. Everyone was very welcoming to me.

Not sure I'll be on here tomorrow, so I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!!

Good morning. I agree about the warm pool. That's what we have in FL but we also have that at the Y and the exercise center nearby,
We did it-Finished around 8 last night. We have lots of little things left but it was surely presentable. I will not go down ther today!!!
Only had 4 kids for Halloween-now I have to hide the leftover candy. From me-I did have 2 butterfingers and yes, I have a bit of IBS-!!
She took 2 extra pics because they were not clear. But the radiologist does not read them til the next day. Or?? That's when they might call me back.
Love your pic, Anne.
Gotta get caught up here. Billy is coming back on Sat to clean.
Bye for now Mima Have a great weekend, Tammy!!!!

PS-Suzanne just called me-she is engaged. He took her grandmother's diamond and had it made into a setting with 3 diamonds on each side of it. And they want to get married in April because he will be shipped to Kuwait.
Mima

Congrats to Suzanne!!!!!! Woo hoo!!! I think we should all come to the wedding and sing!!

Awesome!!! There's already 200 people-he has a large family. Just waiting for them to have some time to discuss things then watch out for Mima. I saw a pic of the ring and it's absolutely gorgeous.
Been up since 2-lots of small isuues with tenant and miscommunication-boy he sure has boundaries. And the we were at fault. I will give in on one but not the other-he wants us to fill the oil tank and then he will when he leaves. No-we will put in 100 gallons. He also thought he was heating the upstairs too-NOT-we close everything down. These things keep going through my mind-I heard you are supposed to put things in God.s hands-pray for me, Tammy.
Had the weirdest thing yesterday-I had a lupus like rash on my face and felt awful. Looked on the net and it says you could get a reaction like that to chemicals-hmmm-or meds. Besides all the paint, I took 2 seratonin with my other meds at night. Don't know which it was. My basal temp was down to 96.9. I am better today.
Mima

Good morning.

Joanne - WHERE ARE YOU! HOW are YOU??? I hope you are feeling ok. Still hot down that way? It sure is starting to get cooler and cooler here. Snow is around in some places, I guess.

Mima - you heat your house with OIL!!! My goodness, don't you have to keep some heat on during the winter so that the pipes don't freeze (plumbing)? I hope you don't have a bunch of problems from your renter, but I guess he pays for HIS space and that is what he wants.

Congrats to Suzanne on her engagement. Hope all goes well. Hope the rash had NOTHING to do with Lupus. That is a nasty one. My basal temp. is always low, since I went through menopause - 96.2 or sometimes even a little lower.

Tammy - have a fun weekend. When my son was 21 he was going out with this little gal, and all of a sudden she wanted to get married, but he had decided early on, that he wasn't getting married until he was at least 28. He had things he wanted to do before he settled down. He did get married when he was 29. He stuck to the plan :lol:

Went to the Dr. and he put me on a different med. I started it last night. Same family, different name. I slept the best I have in months, last night. Could just be a coincidence, but I had no dreams or hallucinations at all. Funny what those meds can do to a person!

Everybody have a good day, and hello to all our readers.

Happy- Right here.. I am fine,just seems to not be enough hours in a day.. It has gotten cooler the past couple days..We expect a couple more before it gets warmer. This time of year is nice..I may get to open my windows tomorrow..Turn off the ac...
Mima- Your tenent seems to want to lay down some laws.. Good luck with him..He will just have to live with whatever is in your lease agreement..Lupus is a nasty dx. I sure hope you have no problems there..
Tammy- I know you are not there just now.. Hope you are enjoying yourself..
We had only 2 children for trick or treat.. Now I am stuck with a large bag of candy..Don't need that around here. I may put it on top of the garbage can and let them have it..Next year I will get pretzels in little bags...
Hello Meme--What is happening in your life ? We miss you...
Have a Great Weekend Everybody...Joanne

Hi there-the rash is gone. I read that chemicals could cause such a thing and when your exposure was gone, everything would be ok. And it seems to be.
Brad takes the water out of all our pipes. We are on a separate unit. I don't think Josh trusts us yet-he thought he would be heating our house too. We are getting somewhere but I don't know where. I think that since he owns his pwn company that that is some of the problem. We stuck to the fact that he had to get his own heat but we are putting some in before we leave-some, not all. He can't have HD-trees in the way-can't hook up the other receiver either til we get a new card. Even phone co. wouldn't let me put the DSL in his name and he would pay for it. Brad had told him he could get satellite for 5 a month and he thought it was all year long. He actually thought he would get all those things without having to pay. He thinks $700 is a lot for that apt. With elec. And we live in a nice area. You pay for location. Brad says next time it's going to be $800. We have learned a lot. We discussed things pretty reasonably yesterday.
Going to lunch with gf's. Wonderful bible study yesterday with all women. None of this stuff matters in the end-this life here is temporary.
Still waiting for Sue and Jim to discuss things.
Have to get started packing. Have to stay away from paint.
We will love your weather, Joanne. It's cold here.
MIma

I turned off the ac and opened some windows...louie will make me shut them tonight and turn on air. He is so afraid of intruders..We do have home invasions but I doubt they will climb through the windows..
Josh should try renting an appartment down here.700 is cheap.. Plus he would pay for electric and water and everything else..Sounds like he is trying to bull you...My son had rental property for awhile.. He soon found out it wasn't worth it..He had 3 houses and a triplex.. He didn't have a minute to spare.. One he found out the tenents turned into a pot growing house.. It was a really nice house in a good area.. I think that was the beginning of the end..Another he rented to 3 policemen.. They trashed it. Partys ,the neighbors were unhappy
His wife had a condo.. It got flooded when the guys left the water running and went to work.. More trouble...
Ok, The weather is good here...Joanne

Good morning Mima, Joanne and Tammy.

Mima - being a landlord is a thankless job, and people really don't seem to care if they wreck everything or not. Not everybody, but it seems like quite a few. I would NEVER think to treat a rental property any differently than one I owned. Wow! I can't believe that you don't have to leave at least a bit of heat on. I guess it doesn't get as cold as here.

Joanne - enjoy having your windows opened. I don't know what I would do if I couldn't open the windows. I LOVE the fresh air. It is only 27 degrees here this morning, but I keep a window open all night (it was 22F). It just feels good in the morning to get up and breath fresh air.

I guess Tammy is away for the weekend. Hope she is having fun.

I am doing nothing this weekend, if I can help it. Hubby has a bad cold and will just sleep. I am hurting. The weather is going to change to damp and it has gotten to me.

Enjoy your weekend.

It's ok when you drain everything-we have done it for 3 years-that's the business Brad is in-but boiler is still on for Josh. We have mostly everything straightened out. NEXT TIME it will all be in writing. I certainly think he will not trash the place, Hey, Anne-he was born in Ontario!
Brad and Billy built a wall to close part of the boiler room. I went to lunch with my gf"s . What a nice time we had.
Suzanne and Jim are not going to have a big wedding yet-just a small one before he goes. He has training in April and lots of other stuff. They will have a big church wedding when he gets back, That sure takes the pressure off. I sure hope she will be ok while he is gone.
I did pretty good sleeping with the time change. It's all the stress that's cuckoo.
Poor Jessica-baby was up all night. Someone told me to wake them during the day-don't let them sleep too long-then they will sleep longer at night. I told her but she was sleeping then. The first month is so hard.
Church this am-then lunch, nap Patriots and visiting Sherrill.
Bye for now Mima

Mima - have you left for Florida now? If you have, I guess you will answer from there. If not, where the heck are you. Not like you to miss two days in a row.

Tammy - did you ever come back??? Hope you had a fantastic time.

Joanne - I know you are busy. Hope you are feeling ok, and that you were able to get your house aired out. I have to close the windows at night now, as it is freezing and I don't want to freeze the pipes. We have hot water heating. I may have to get hubby to turn the fireplace back on. It heats up the main living space wonderfully well. It's a gas fireplace and much cleaner than the wood burning, but I still love the sounds of wood when it crackles.

I hope whatever you are all off doing, that you are having a good time doing it. I am baking Christmas cakes (fruit cakes) this morning, and making Nuts and Bolts. Have to start to get the jump on Christmas. It's not that far away, and the time goes so darn fast.

Hello- I am fine and the windows have been open all this week. Now the house is getting dusty.. No rain lately and we have a good bit of traffic on this street. That's Florida for you..I am always busy doing something.. i don't do too much baking for the holidays.. Just some pies and the rest I buy..
I guess Mima must be on her way down.. Tammy must be home but more likely busy..
Joanne

Anne, hope the new meds are working well!! I started thinking about Christmas yesterday. I got out a paper and listed names of those I need to buy for. I didn't get much listed. My mind is a blank.

Joanne, I love to have the windows open and have fresh air. I usually make some Christmas cookies, but not much else.

I came home on Sunday evening, went to bed at 9:30, slept until 9:30 on Monday. Got up, ate some yogurt, went back to bed at 10:00 and slept until 12:30 when the phone rang. I was wiped out from the weekend. Went to the chiro Monday afternoon and water aerobics that night. Boy did they feel good!

The Emmaus Walk was amazing. We definitely knew that God was in the House all weekend. The women at my table were wonderful. I hope we are able to stay in touch.

Yesterday Bob went to the liver specialist. THings are stable with his liver which is a good thing. It isn't getting worse. He goes for an upper endoscopy next week because he is having problems swallowing different foods. Hopefully they figure out what the problem is and fix it.

I'm working at the soup kitchen this morning. Kramer got me up at 3:00 to go out, so I thought I'd come on here and try to catch up a bit. Met Tim and his new friend halfway last night to take him warmer clothing. Also his winter coat. We ate at Pizza Hut, and we had a nice visit. Too short of course.

Have a great day!

Hi-I am here but there weren't any new posts but since you missed me-I will post anyways next time.
Suzanne is getting married on April 26-we are going to look at gowns today. We will have a discussion on the reception-she went and talked to someone at a country club-while I was thinking hall and caterer. If there weren't so many people, it would be doable. But he has a big family. She doen't think his family will contribute but she is willing to share the burden.
Josh had to go home to Ontario-we hope nothing is seriously wrong-he left a note and said it was an emergency.
Brad is finishing up his projects while I do whatever-since Josh is away, I can finish painting tomorrow.
And he has jobs to finish-we think we can leave the end of next week-plan is to be there for Thanksgiving. Which will be at Jill's mother's.
Still haven't gotten 8 hours sleep-especially with the clocks. And the stress.
I talked to Jessica-baby slept and missed 2 feedings. She is a good mother-always concerned-even said she has to look at the poop when Steve changes a diaper. Haha-I remeber how you are with the first. We will go there on sunday.
Bye for now-Mima

Hi ladies even if there are no posts.
I met Suzanne and we went to David's bridal. She tried on so many dresses and the one she and I loved was discontinued so now she will wait til she has a weight loss and get one like it. What a beautiful bride she will be.
Then we went to lunch and to this huge mall-I actually found perfect shoes for me in Penny's.
The plans are coming along nicely-even Jim's uncle is a caterer. And we agreed on who would pay for what.
Well, I was going downstairs to paint but Josh came home-he went all the way to Ontario and back in a day and a half. At least the card for the satellite came so he will have tv.

The way I can get 8 hours sleep is to go to bed at 8 pm.
Mima

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