WW Clubs and Groups - Fabulous Forties #51

Hi Everybody:wave:

This is so cool. We're up to #51 thread!!!

Terri, you know how I feel about chinese food. I love it!! We eat it once a week but it always makes me retain water.

Jen, we always worry about our children. My son has been on his own since he was 22 & when I know he's going out on the weekend with his friends I worry. I don't ask too many questions. I just tell him to be careful.

Hope all is well with everyone.

Have a goodnight ;)

Goodmorning Terri, Jen, Dianne, Zoe, Joyce, Anita & Kelly,

How is everyone? I'm doing pretty good. Just checking in.

I'll be back this evening.
Have a great day :wave:

Good morning! :)

Brrrrr....we had snow yesterday! Granted it was only a dusting, but I really hope this is the last of it, we need warmth!

Ok, time to fess up. I haven't been going to ww meetings, fell off the wagon about 2 or 3 weeks ago. I'm not going to beat myself up about it. At the same time, I felt horrible not telling you guys. :o

I've been down this road many times before. This time I'm not looking at it in a negative manner. If I truly want to lose this weight, I must apply what I've learned, for the rest of my life, and simply do it. No membership, or meeting will do it for me.

Joe will have his first stress test (since the heart attack) this Friday. He feels good about it, I'm the one who's worried! He's been eating well (he's not into snacks like I am :rolleyes: )and has been feeling well. Of course there's probably nothing to worry about, but it's just my nature to worry!

Hope everyone's well....have a great day.

~Jen

WOW! Number 51.
I didn't even realize that I had two replies on #50
on the second page. :lol:
You will do it Jen. It is so easy to fall off this wagon. I haven't done to great the last two days but I will get my butt in gear tomorrow. My son's birthday is today.
He is 10. My husband is picking up the cake in a little while.
Remember when Bruce took Brittany to the ER and they found a huge cyst (Biggest this Dr. ever saw)?
Well she has been doing the Birth Control therapy and it has not gone down at all. It takes up almost the whole pelvic region. They did an internal sonogram. They are going to
remove it on May 10. My mom, dad and sister will be here already for Britt's b-day and Brad's First Communion so that is good.
The thing that I hate the most is when the Dr. says "Most of these are benign." I do not like the words "MOST". I know they have to say that but I need words of encouragement.
We got back into the car and I looked over at her and big crocodile tears came down her cheeks. When her daddy found out he brought her a DVD of her favorite movie. He also
brought me a DVD of Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. He thought I was depressed, which I was.
Britt's Confirmation is Saturday.
Sorry for writing so long. I am a little overwhelmed by so much going on. I'll be fine, I just want to keep the eating under control. I have so far. Wish me luck.

Hang in there everyone! We will get it done in 2001.
Terri :wave:

Good Evening Y'all :wave:

Ok, here I am.......Monday's weigh in took away 7 pounds!!!!!! Yippee!! But I'll tell ya, this low carb stuff is just about killing me.....so my plan is to stick with it for this week, a total of 2 weeks and then I am back to the WW points system. There is nothing better or easier.

Gotta run.....sorry I can't address everyone's posts.
Terri, Jen, Dianne, Joyce, Anita, Kelly, Essie, have a wonderful evening.

Patti ~ Soaking up the "SON" in Texas

Terri~ hang in there, hon. I'm sure the Dr. really does mean that most of those cysts are benign. I had one removed (I looked like I was 4 mos. pregnant) and it was benign also. I'm sure Brittany will be okay. And you have to be strong for her because if she sees you fall apart, she will too. I'm sure you are overwhelmed and scared, she's your baby girl, but I really believe she'll be okay. You and your hubby can lean on each other and thank goodness you'll have family around as well. That will help. Happy birthday to your son.

Jen~ As most of us have done before, falling off the wagon is not hard to do. Heck, I've been under the wagon wheels, before, LOL. Plus, I think sometimes you just need a break from it all. So,you have you break and then you'll get back on track. If you think about it, its pretty overwhelming to think that we have to do this for the rest of our lives, so just take one day at a time and don't beat yourself up over it. You'll be fine.

Hi everyone else, hope you are all doing well. Talk to you soon.

Dianne

Thanks so much Dianne. It means a lot that you are there for me. I am sure it is benign too but I always have that "What if" going on in the back of my mind.

Patti,
Congrats on the loss. Love those first weeks on new programs. I think I might try a new one every week. Nah, probably won't work. CONGRATS!!!

Hi everyone!!!
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Terri

Terri,
Britt is blessed with loving parents, and will be surrounded by family when she goes through this. As her Mom, you will be her rock, she'll draw her strength from you. It's a scary thing for all the family to go through, but you will get through this, and I'm sure she'll be fine.

How has she been feeling? Is she in pain, has it been affecting her TOM? Talk about all aspects of it with her, she'll feel comfortable bringing up any doubts or fears she may have.

Please tell her that she will be in my prayers.

~Jen

Thanks so much Jen. You know how to cheer someone up.
Yes, last night she was in pain. Her TOM's are irregular anyway and they have been lighter with the BC pills.
The cyst takes up her whole pelvis. On the sonogram the senographer said it was bigger than her bladder.
We are going to spoil her so much. Her aunt and grandma will see to it. :lol: She is scared of the whole process. I didn't even have a pelvic exam until right before my wedding. I was 23. I can't imagine it at 14.
Her and I have been talking. She is a good kid.
Thanks for your kind words and prayers.
:wave:
Terri

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Terri, I am a strong believer in prayer. I have alot of faith. I've seen the healing power of God with my own eyes. I will be praying for Brittany & for you. It's normal to think the what if's but try not to think that way. It's going to be benign & that's it. Okay My Friend? One of my co-workers was worried about her 13 yr. old niece who had a cyst also. She had it removed & she's fine. Happy belated birthday to your boy. How was the cake? ;)

Jen, want to talk about falling off the wagon:rolleyes: Welcome to my world. It really has to come from within. We can't give up. I've done this so many times it's pathetic:mad: but I keep on keeping on. I have to. I fall but I get back up. For some reason I've been having such a hard time with this for the past year. I don't know what's wrong with me. All I can say is to take it one day at a time. Prayers for Joe. I'm sure he's going to pass his stress test.

Zoe, clap, clap, clap, clap clap!!! Way to go!!! 7 lbs gone!!! I would like to try the low carb but I know I'll give up right away. Pat yourself on the back for surviving week 1. ;)

Hi Dianne :D

Well my buddies, hang in there.

Terri there will be an :angel: by Brits side.

God bless all of you,
Love, Essie

Hey Zoe/Patti: In my last post, I forgot to congratulate you on your 7 lbs lost. Way to go girl, that's is amazing.

And Jen : I forgot to wish your Joe good luck with his test on Friday.

Hope everyone else is okay -- Terri - you and Brittany are in my thoughts.

hi to everyone else. Have a great night.

Dianne

Zoe, :D :D You deserve that great loss, you certainly earned it! I have to give you credit, you stuck with it and it worked for you. Wow, how does it feel to lose that much that quickly? I remember (way back when) the first time I joined ww....lost 7.6 the first week. Of course I was only in my early 30's, but a big loss like that certainly kick-starts a person! Again, great job :cool:

Essie, thanks, we are much stronger than we realize.....definitely not quitters. I'll continue to get up, and go for it again, as you will. There's nothing wrong with us.

Dianne, thanks to you also for the encouragement. I liked your version.....not just falling off the wagon, but being run over by it! I feel great, am focusing on just eating well and getting in exercise. I certainly can do this for life, and some days will be better than others.

This is my second week of yoga, and I think I may have finally clicked on something I really like, and can stick with. Granted, I've been doing it at home using videos, but I'm hoping our park district will offer it this fall, I'd love to take a class.

Terri, if the cyst is pressing against the bladder, that can be really uncomfortable. I had that happening before surgery, as the uterus was enlarged. Brittany will feel awesome after the surgery, I'm sure.

Hope everyone has a great day. Joe's test is tomorrow, after which we're having lunch and going shopping to get new walking shoes.

Anita, Joyce, Myra, how's it going :wave: Stop in and say hi!

love,
~Jen

Thank you sooo much Essie. Brittany will love her angel. You have made me feel better. I know it will be benign. My little cousin just had it done.

Thank you Jen and Dianne for your encouraging words.
I just wished we didn't have to worry about school. The surgery is 14 days til' school is out. They didn't want to wait. At least the boys will be busy while we are there.

Well, my sister is flying in tomorrow for Brittany's Confirmation (She is her sponsor). It will be a fun three days. Bruce said he will take the boys fishing Sunday so we can have girl time. Then her and her hubby and my parents will drive down in less than 2 weeks for Bradley's First Communion. Then 4 weeks after that my nephew graduates from High School. Lots of Milestones.

Happy Thursday Everyone! :wave:
Terri

Wow, Terri, May will really be a busy month for you. I love when there's lots going on like that.

There's nothing better than being with family, it'll be so nice for you to see yours. I hope everything goes smoothly.....you deserve it. Have fun!

~Jen

hi All :wave:

Terri, you're going to be quite busy the next couple of weeks. That's nice that you'll be having your family around.

Jen, happy to hear you're enjoying your Yoga videos. Exercise helps alot. Mentally & physically. I have to buy new sneakers this weekend. I'm going to start walking outdoors since it's getting warmer. Have a nice day with Joe ;)

Hi Dianne, Joyce, Anita & Kelly.

Till tomorrow,
Essie

Hi Y'all :wave:

just a quick hello....I'm running to work and late. I haven't been here so just wanted to say "HI".

Hope you're all doing well and staying OP. I'm still doing just that but it gets harder and harder....I need PASTA!!!! :rolleyes:

till later,
Patti <><

Hi all! I just have to talk about this. I am alone right now. This da** month is busier than I wanted it to be.
Last night I just got news that our best friend (My nephew's step- dad, Tom) was killed in the coal mine (In Ohio). He was only 45 yrs. old. His arm got caught in a machine and was ripped off. He bled to death. My sister is supposed to come today to be a sponsor for Brittany's Confirmation (Saturday). Everyone talked her into still coming down and she will leave probably leave to go back Sunday. My husband (Bruce) was his best friend and he isn't handling it too well. We are very close to Tom's wife (Roberta- my ex-SIL). My brother went up to be with her and my nephew (his son) last night. He was the most beloved man in that town. He was a wonderful person. I still can't believe it.
My family up there is devastated. My mom can't talk. My dad was crying. They feel as though they lost a son. Tom was included in all of our family functions. He was like a brother to us. We are now deciding who is going up. All of us, just Bruce or just me. I really can't have the kids miss school. Britts has missed so much already. I will have Bruce go, probably, because he was the closest to Tom. I just had to talk about it. Thanks for listening. I just can't stand it. This was supposed to be a happy time. My nephew is graduating in 5 weeks. They were planning a huge party.
Terri

Terri, my heart goes out to you & your family. This is so sad. What a tragedy!!! I've lost quite a few people that I was close to so I know what you're going through. I'm so sorry.

Love,
Essie

Terri ~ Oh, God, I'm so sorry. How horrible for all of you but especially your nephew. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless,

Dianne

Terri,
I'm so sorry for everyone's loss. He sounded like a wonderful man, loved by many. Life can really bring some horrible tragedies; it's very hard to know why God would let something like this happen. Please know that all of you will be in my prayers. Be strong.

~Jen

Terri ~ my prayers for you, your family and all those involved in Tom's life. I know this is a difficult time but you need to rejoice in the life he had and led. God is so awesome and knows what is best for us but we as humans can never understand sometimes. I am praying for you all.........

Patti <><

Thank you so much Jen, Essie, Dianne and Patti,
It is so very hard. Our whole town knew him. He never met a stranger. His wife and one of his sons are in a very bad way. His wife (My ex-sil) is in complete denial. She thinks he is just hurt and they are not letting her see him. She is on medication. I just can't get passed thinking how he was alone and in such pain and bled to death.
He owns a store in our town and it was closed with a big wreath on the door. Bruce will fly up since it was his best friend and I will stay with the kids and I am going up with the kids for my nephew's graduation and help her. I can't imagine her wanting to celebrate anything yet. Tom was working so closely with her on this party. I want to go and try to help make things a little festive for Ricky's big milestone.
Thank you so much for your support.
Terri

Hello everyone! :wave:

I'm just checking in to let everyone know that I'm still around. It's been a bad week. My husband has strep throat and has been really sick. Our TV went out and had to be taken to the repair shop. My daughter wanted me to sew new patches on the sleeves of the sheriff deputies uniforms (I could have said no but they really needed them because of a deadline). So I've been really busy.

I lost 1 pound last Tues. at my WW weigh in. So far so good 3.8 pounds gone in two weeks. This week has been a little harder since DH doesn't feel like eating. I usually don't cook for just myself, so I end up grazing. I've been eating on the high side of my points range and a couple of days have gone over by a couple points. Sure hope this does not affect my weigh in Tues.

Sorry I have not responded to everyone's post. Your all in my thoughts. Have a great weekend. I'll try to post more later.

Joyce
235.8/232/135

Joyce, it was good to hear from you; good job on the loss. I can relate to not cooking for just yourself. After so many years of family meals, I find it very hard to cook for just one or two. Hope your hubby feels better soon.

Terri, I hope you're okay, and that your family is well. Hang in there.

This weekend went by quickly, as usual. We had a family birthday party, two of my niece's daughters turned 2 and 4. Lots of kids and craziness. Had the grandsons over today and we all went out to breakfast. I've forgotten what it's like to bring a 10 month old to a restaurant! At least he's a good eater.....must get that from his gram ;) .......

Here's to a great week; a great OP week!

~Jen

Congrats Joyce. Great losses.
Thanks Jen. Glad you enjoyed yourself.
Good morning everyone.
Terri

Good Evening Ladies. :wave: I hope this finds you all well and OP. I have been so busy at work the last few weeks (I should say months) and this was the beginning of a similar week. I have been staying OP and even though, gained 2 pounds due to TOM. I think that may be a good sign because I easily gain 5 with TOM so maybe I did lose some......I'll know next Monday

Terri ~ I have been praying for you and your family and friends in this difficult time. I hope you're okay.

Joyce ~ how's hubby? Hope he's getting well. Strep is horrible for kids but adults can be just as miserable, if not more.

Hi Jen, Dianne, Essie, Anita, Kelly and Myra (where you at Myra????). Hope you are all well

Patti <><
220/179.5/148

good morning all :)

It's been really quiet around here; I know spring is here, it's hard to stay inside and play on the computer if the weather's nice.

Joe never had the stress test on Friday, it was cancelled at the last minute due to "lack of personnel"....grrrr.....he had himself psyched up for it. I felt so badly for him.

This was the week we were to have gone to Mexico w/my brother and his wife. Joe's Dr. said he couldn't leave the country till he had the test; we were going to purchase the tickets for departure on Sat., the day after the test. I had a bad feeling about it, so we backed out of the trip. Good thing we did! We wouldn't have been able to go after all. His test is rescheduled for May 9.

Terri, I hope Brittany's confirmation was nice. I'm keeping you and your family in my prayers.

HI :wave: to Essie, Dianne, Zoe, Anita, Joyce, hope you are all well.

~Jen

Thanks Jen and Patti.
Bruce is up there right now. He and the rest of the family will view the body at 1:00. They are going to take a bunch of groceries and a cheese and meat tray up at noon. They will see Roberta for the first time. I am crying just thinking about it. They say she looks like she lost 10 pounds since Thursday. She is so little anyway. I just love her.
Brittany's Confirmation was beautiful. We took her to a Japanese Steakhouse called Makotos. They cook at the table. The chef was hysterical. We needed the laugh.
Jen,
I am so sorry about the stress test. I hate when that happens. I will be praying that everything is fine. Good luck, remember, Mexico will still be there. Maybe you two can go away for a romantic "honeymoon".

Patti,
Great attitude. You probably did lose a couple. Great job!

Talk to y'all later.
Hi everyone! :wave:
Terri

Zoe,
I just noticed your stats...40 pounds! That is awesome :cool: what a great loss. You've been exercising alot, I know; obviously your hard work has paid off.

Terri,
Thanks....just take it easy and you'll all get through this.

~Jen

Hello My Buddies :D

Joyce, 3.8 great job. Hope Hubby is feeling better. Mine hasn't been feeling well the past few days. He came down with the weirdest virus. He had a stomach ache, chills with a stuffy nose. He never gets sick! He tries to act like Mr. Macho Man but I could see it in his face he's still not feeling well. These men:rolleyes:

Terri, I feel so bad for Roberta. This is so sad. I'm glad to hear that Brittany's confirmation was beautiful. I never had Japanese food. Is it like chinese? Or did you have steak?

Jen, how things turn out huh. I hate when they cancel appts.:mad: Maybe it was for the best. You said you had a funny feeling. I always go by my feelings. Like Terri said, maybe you could go on a romantic "honeymoon". ;)

Tomorrow is Secretaries Day so they're planning something for us. Food of course:rolleyes: Then Thursday is my big day. MY BIRTHDAY :D I took the day off & so did Pete. I'm going to the movies then Friday I'm going out to eat. Don't know where yet.

Zoe, with all the stress at work you need another vacation. At my job it's been kind of stressful. I pray alot. That's what keeps me sane. Still low carbing? I've been tempted to try it for a week but I don't know if I would last that long.

Dianne, Anita, Kelly & Myra:wave:

Have a goodnight everyone!

Hello everyone! :wave:

Well, my husband is getting better finally. It's been over a week now. LivingFit I know what you mean about these men. :rolleyes: My DH thinks he's dying. He hasn't been this sick in 12 years though so I can't really blame him. I think my body is fighting to not get it. Just haven't felt up to par. :(

Had my WW meeting tonight. I gained .6 lb not bad since I've gone over points this week and it's that TOM. I'm not really upset by the gain. Just have to get back OP this week.

Terri, sorry to hear of the tragedy of losing someone so nice. I know you & the town will remember him with fond thoughts from now on.

Jen - I'm sorry to hear about your cancelled trip. LIke someone else said Mexico will always be there tomorrow! Hope the tests go well for Joe and you get to make your trip soon.

Zoe - I know how work and stress can really get you down. My job was XX-tremely stressful. Gained a lot of weight on those days. :D Hope it gets better for you soon. It sounds like you have a plan for staying OP. Hang in there.

I couldn't get on the computer yesterday we had really bad thunderstorms for most of the day here.

Have a great week everyone!
Joyce

Thanks Essie! You are so sweet! I HOPE YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY!
The funeral was today. They asked Bruce to be a pallbearer. They played a lot of Garth Brook's songs. The Dance and the River. I played the Dance today during the the time of the funeral and I cried. That song is Tom.
Japanese food is so good especially when they cook on the table. Try to find one. It is so delicious and fun.
It is steak, chicken and shrimp. They use a lot of oil and so I am sure not ww friendly. It is basically meat and veggies and rice. Mmmm! The funny thing is is that they do not do this in Japan. They learn to do this when they get a job here. My husband worked with the Japanese on Spacelab J when it went up on the Shuttle and they giggled when he took them to one of these restaurants. They loved it. When Bruce went over there they had never heard of that. :lol:

Hi All!
Terri