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WOW where is everyone...

Doing good I hope. I had lots of heart burn today! Is it from eating mainly liquids??? I have no idea. All I know if I felt yucky!

Got hubby to the airport this morning. I sure do miss him already,

Hope everyone is fine

Had a stinky cold since Saturday, still feel rotten. I've not been OP or exercised, even walking upstairs makes me out of breath & my heart pound so I've just cooked & hung washing out even that made me sweat. I hope I feel better soon coz we are SUPPOSED to visit my parents Friday but if I'm not 100% we cab't go as I can't risk my Dad getting any germs. He's had loads more tests & stuff and he's still prone to infections, especially chest/colds so cross your fingers for me!
Cyn if you want to write you might consider a writing class, the tutor can help with proof-reading, how to 'put it together' and lots of other advice. My tutor is a published author & he is excellent, offering spelling/grammar adsvice, how to keep it interesting, how to get published etc... He has had a LOT of students get published, from children's books to horror stories in anthologies, give it a try! xxxxx
I have to go, Aiden is settling into the tablets but there's no real change as yet, he's on 10mg this week, 20 next final 30mg dose the week after. SORRY ABOUT THE MOAN THE OTHER DAY, I was feeling sorry for myself.
xxxxxxsharon

Greetings my Peeps,

It's so hot out!! I have 2 AC units going in 2 rooms, but most of the house is in the 90's.

Cyn, it will probably take a while for you to determine what your tummy tolerates vs the diet recommendations. I'm sure there's tweaking to be done.

Sharon, no need to apologize for venting! I'm sorry you have a cold. No matter what, it will probably last 7-10 days. There is much debate on whether you are contagious during the cold or for just the first days. I'd play it safe and not visit your parents if you are still feeling punky.

Not much going on. Having trouble sleeping in the heat. Boss kitty is head of the household now and a little talker. He's so sweet. I love the way he throws himself in my arms for a good long head scratch and rolls his eyes and stretches. All my clothes have gray and white fur all over them. LOL.

Been stuck at the same weight for 6 weeks, but I thought I saw the scale move after my camping weekend. Slow and steady.

Hugs,
Ratkity

Ratkitty are you posting any pics of new kitty (or did I miss it?) Sounds like he's a fussy guy, are you getting all your 'kneadings' in? lol! Thanks for advice on the cold, it's still laying me low so I'll see later on in the week when we go visit.
xxxxxxxx sharon

Hi everyon.

I'm still kicking lol. I had the procedure and it took about an hour and 1/2 but it is done. Stitches are doing well. Pretty sore but I think that is normal.

Joel's parents came for 3 days and it was very nervewracking! I'm glad that they went home early yesterday.

Worth: Welcome. Glad to have you here.

Rat: Glad you had a nice time camping. Sounds like fun.

Carol: I love Gypsy stories

Cyn: Hang in there sweets!

Sharon: Get better soon.

Does anyone know how Catherine is doing? I hope well.

Lindy if you happen to check in, I hope you are having an absolute blast!

Blessings all,
Annie

evening all..

Today tummy started out yucky..and got a little better. The GI Dr office still has not called me back. I am going to call tomorrow. I left a message on Friday.

I am meeting with my friends sister on saturday about the herbalife. Crossing fingers!

Sharon: good idea about the class. Funny yesterday at work..my friend whom I have know for almost 10 years goes..you should write books. I was like huh? She said well the way you tell stories is so funny ...humm

Rat: We have central AC here and I have it set at 78. YET my house stays at 84ish. It is an old house and an old ac unit.UGH! C'mon fall!!

Annie: I am glad your procedure went well!!!

I have not heard from Catherine..or how about Deb???

Hope all the lookers are doing ok!!

Hello, Ladies! Haven't been on in a while. Summer is hard since Hubby and the kiddos are home. Everyone fighting over two computers.

We just went on vacation. Chicago and St. Louis. Had an absolute blast!! Hard to plan what I'm eating when we are eating out a lot. Also hard to plan for a day's protein when you aren't sure where or when you are eating!! But, we had fun.

Hope to be more active on here, again!!

Hey everyone, haven't been on much. Busy then got sickly...on the mend though.

Will catch up with the forums today/tomorrow! I hope everyone is well! *BIG HUGS*

Hello Everyone


I just sneeked in and wanna say hello to everyone.
Nothing special happening on my side..just school starts at friday and Im nervous to see all the new people and such...always the same, I guess that will never change nomatter what age I'm in... so enjoy your week people

Oh and btw everyone can call me Anne

Basketcase: I LOVE your new pic!!!!!

Jacquie: Miss you girl!!

Risen: what are you going to school for?

As for me: Missing Hubby ALOT today. I mean alot!! He calls every night and every morning and I so miss touching him He will be home monday night.

Today the stomach did ok. I have such BAD GERD! My dad said that he could only take nexium. I wonder if I should try that. I dunno! GOing to my friends sisters on Sunday about the herbalife. I have prayed and prayed at what is the best choice for me. So far that seems to be where I am headed.

The GI Dr called in the Reglan for me after I said i didnt want it. The Lady I talked to said she didnt have anything for me to take for the pain. BUT i swear she said that!!! I am still taking the digestive enzymes.

Tonight I am going through 2 big ole bags of clothes my aunts friend gave me. She has lost alot of weight and I think I can fit in some of them!

Hiya My Peeps!

Just a drive-by:

Sharon, I'll get boss kitty pictures up soon! I haven't yet. He's such a sweetie.

Risen, hello!

Hugs to Jacquie and basket and Annie!

Cyn, it takes time. Phenergan works better than Reglan. Zofran is best.

Hugs,
Ratkity

Cyn - glad hubby will be back Monday. I would go crazy if my dh had to travel. Without me, anyway!

I hit a milestone!!! My scale starts with the number 2!!! That hasn't happened in over 10 years!!!

Risen, HI!!! I'm on low carb & I don't lose for WEEKS, BUT I do LOSE INCHES! I'm on a meal-replacement diet with small evening meal, 3 snacks & 2 shakes. My sis, who's VERY slim lost loads eating cheese rolls, crisps (chips) & vodka! She's about 130 but was 146lbs. Go figure! I exercise x4 a week for 30-60 minutes, weights, aerobics & Swiss/balance ball. BTW are you German or just living there coz your spelling/grammar are excellent! xxxxxx
I have to go, it seems it's flu not a cold, I'm SO ill, just researching about how long I'm infectious, as I can't risk giving my Dad any germs after his x4 bypass.
xxxxxx sharon