I did it! Saturday my dh and I went shopping and I told him I'm going to try on size 18 jeans because my 20's were getting baggy. I slipped them on and they fit so good. Not tight at all! Y'all should have seen the smile on my face as I looked in the mirror. Nothing could have wiped that grin off my face. I'm not losing the lbs lately but I guess I'm losing inches. I jog 30 minutes a day for 5 days and I also do floor exercise. So it's paying off. Guess y'all can tell I'm excited! Yesterday we barbecued with our sons. It was a bittersweet day. As it's been only 4 months since I lost my dad.
Amarantha what a horrible thing to happen. Did you have a cell phone to call for help? I can imaging how hot it was. Hope your car gets fixed soon.
Freda it's a good feeling when we can have family things and stay on plan. Laughing about the rope jumping. Feels good when we can do something that we did when we were kids.
Carol sue thanks for the tip about how to do personals. When I went back to previous page I would lose what I typed already. I think it's never too late to start exercising.
Rie congrats on your blood work. That's always a plus about dieting. Makes them drs happy.
Rosey I'm glad you are feeling better. Last Saturday I left and went shopping all by myself. It's good to be by your self sometimes. I'm a child care provider and I have kids with me 12 hours a day. Then dh comes home and both ds. That leaves me with no me time.
Marie. A womans house work is never done. Glad your dd eye surgery went ok.
Karen fl. We live in the country and the neighbor down the road can let their dogs roam but we can't because they would shoot ours or call and complain. We are also the target for people to drop off their dogs they don't want.
Isabella. Hi how is your day going?
Bobbi I can only imagine how hard it is for you to leave your place and venture into the unknown. We live in the country with 22 acres and it's a lot of upkeep but it's also so nice to have our privacy to go outside and roam around. I will pray that you get peace with your move.
Hi Golden Chicks - I was very busy. I shopped and wrapped the gifts. And I cooked for Fathers Day. I made lemon chicken, 5 lbs of potato salad, Caesar salad and DS made corn on the grill. My DB brought my dear parents. My mom was in rare form., sounding crazier than usual. She mixes up the past with the present and conversations she’s had with other people. We just had fun with it. I had to grab a glass of wine though. It sounds like I’m turning to alcohol a lot lately…I never used to. DS wasn’t particularly charming. He wasn’t rude, just not his usual happy self. He gets crabby when he hasn’t had enough sleep. Always been like that. So I grabbed a second glass of wine and I had a ton of fun with my niece, my brother and my mom. The four of us were laughing so hard. We all had a good time. Sometimes you just have to go with the flow. My younger DS was not able to come home. I miss him even more on family occasions.
Donna - lol about the martini and the finger at the same time - like the pinky with tea. I will have to remember that.
Rie - so nice of you to be there for the mother and girl with a seizure. Very demanding, draining work you do. You are a very special lady. And yes, you absolutely can give the finger AND have the martini. (See above.) Actually, I think that by the time most of us are driven to the point where we give someone the finger, a martini (or wine) is essential. And hugs from us golden chicks. 00000!
Karen fl - I’m glad you had such great witnesses to the horrible attack on Dash. Those people are scary.
I bet the police are keeping an eye on them. At least I hope so.
Marie - I agree about the efficiency of exercising at home. I used to do it. Now, I need the gym. I think the main reason is that DH and I go together. Whoever is more interested talks the other one into going. I was the one that wanted to go today, which surprised me. I have to work off that potato salad I ate. I only make it about once a year now - for Fathers Day - because that is another thing I love - home made potato salad. Like chocolate chip cookies and brownies - so much better than store bought.
Good some really bad new today. My husbands niece (married to my cousin) died this morning. they say it was an asthma attack. He's had asthma since he was a child. He was 32. they had a DD 10 and an 18 month old. His mother passed away 2 years ago from cirosis of the liver. Never drank. She was on the list for a transplant but didn't make it. the family has had so much bad luck, and were such wonderful people. I told my DGD about it but haven't told her why he died yet. She also has asthma and i'm afraid it will really scare her. What would you do? So much wisdom here.
Freda - so sad about your niece's husband... How old is your DGD? Boy, I'd be afraid to say anything, if she's very young; that psyche scar could be really bad for her. Of course, if she asks directly, that's something else, and you probably don't want to get caught lying to her. She'd never trust you again! So sad! I know you'll do the right thing, when the situation presents itself.
Dee - sounds like you had a GREAT Papa's Day! Sounds like you had so much fun!
Everyone, I'm verily weak with hunger, so I'm going to go EAT! Later!
Freda--- so sad to hear that about your nieces husband. Will send prayers for them and for you. That would be tough but think about it and pray about it and I'm sure you will make the right decision for you. Sending prayers for you to help you make the decision in a tough matter. ((( HUGS)))
Freda ~ so sorry for the loss of your neice's husband. So sad, so young. Thoughts and prayers for all of your family, and for you for knowing what to say to your DGD.
Today I had a monday ( one of those) at work. I survived. I took my dad's caddy to be detailed. It looks really nice. I spent some time with my mom. things have been rough for her. I need to get her out of the house. Lots of things upset her these days.
Freda, I am overwhelmed by how much that must hurt. I don't have any good advice about how to handle your dgd, except, some level of truth is always best. Sooner or later (probably sooner) she will hear that it is asthma and her fear will be even greater. Is there any way that you can explain it as "complications" or something related to asthma? The whole thing is just sad.
Hi Gayle! How's it going?
Karen31, you always say such lovely and supportive things.
Donna, I hope supper was good! I'm thinking I might be headed to Denver in August....
Dee, it sounds like you had a great fathers day! I took your advice this weekend - except that I had frozen margueritas instead of martinis. It still worked
Marie, as you know I am all about exercising at home. I can't imagine being in a gym all the time. Although I would love to join just for the ability to walk laps in the pool. Our local Y has a lap pool and I love to walk laps in the water. It is too much expense every month, though. I found this picture and I just had to share it with you (and the other dog lovers in the group: Enjoy
Cajun - Yay on those jeans. I loved your description of shopping! Good Job!
Amarantha, hopefully the car gets fixed soon. I loved that the elderly lady took it in stride.
Bobbi, I think that you and Bruce will enjoy fixing up things in your new place. Same activities, just a smaller space. Did you notice that Donna and I had Karenfl farried to your Bruce! Oh well just confusion! Just a little senior moment.
Isabella, don't get too attracted to mowing lawns. I just don't think it was that much fun. In this I am traditional - I tell my ds "that is why I had sons". LOL
Sorry for missing people, I am very tired. Later!
Rie
Freda, so sorry for the loss in your family. It's tough to tell children the whys and wherefores of death and it's causes but I think they are more resilient than we think. Your DGD may not ask what happened but if she does, I believe a truthful answer, very gently stated, would be best. Let her lead the discussion. Some children die from sports injuries but most kids don't stop playing that particular sport because they become so afraid of dying. So, in the same vein, some people die from asthma but most don't. You know your DGD and as her grandmother you will do the very best job of answering her questions. At best she may become more aware of how best to manage her own asthma. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this very trying and sad time.
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Good some really bad new today. My husbands niece (married to my cousin) died this morning. they say it was an asthma attack. He's had asthma since he was a child. He was 32. they had a DD 10 and an 18 month old. His mother passed away 2 years ago from cirosis of the liver. Never drank. She was on the list for a transplant but didn't make it. the family has had so much bad luck, and were such wonderful people. I told my DGD about it but haven't told her why he died yet. She also has asthma and i'm afraid it will really scare her. What would you do? So much wisdom here.
Hi Freda,
I am so sorry for your loss. My best wishes are with you and your family.
I would DEFINITELY NOT tell your granddaughter that it was asthma. Is there any chance that she will hear this from someone else? You wrote, "they say..." Does this mean that you are not sure? Maybe you could just say that it is not clear what he died from.
Good morning GG, today was weigh in day and after 18 weeks I had my first gain this week. 1/2 lb. Trying not to get upset. After all I'm still losing inches. I'm having some monthly bloating. I'm also having some irregularity issues due to dieting I guess. I'm drinking lots of water and eating fiber and vegs but still not good enough. Anybody have any suggestions of something I can take on a regular basis.
Deelee10 sometimes laughing is what gets us through things. I know the feeling of missing your children on holidays. Sometimes my boys have to work.
Freda So so sorry to hear about y'all niece. My condolences to yall. It's never easy to lose a loved one more so when they are so young. I will pray that God gives you the right words to tell your dgd the reason for her passing. God bless y'all.
I'm taking a minute to read the post, then we have to take Charlie and scram. All the area Realty companies are taking a tour of our house this morning. Then ReMax will take pictures of house and grounds for a visual tour on the internet.
In answer to Bruce, He's a type A personality and a perfectionist. He doesn't know how to slow down and he's always told me he was going to die young. ???He just turned 69 and has wonderful health. He's worried about croaking and leaving me out here by myself. I don't even know how to start the riding mower. When we move to town, I'm hoping he'll slow down. I'm sure he'll find plenty to do, just not so physical. I'm better shut this off, the camera lady is due in a couple of minutes. Our house is totally remodeled and not much upkeep here. He cleans the whole house everyday, his choice. I've never asked him to do anything, don't have to. He's the one heckling me if I track grass in on his newly washed kitchen floorFreda...sorry about your loss.
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I am wondering why Bruce has such an itch to move. I know you mentioned all the work he has to do, but what is he going to do with his time when he's in a home where nothing needs to be done? Is he in poor health, or are there just concerns that the things he has to do are getting too much for him? Maybe some of these things don't HAVE to be done, other than cutting grass and just normal upkeep.
Well, I am feeling strong enough to come back and continue!
We are definitely on the road to recovery and healing...though my heart still aches for my son and our family. We are all in counseling, and making healthy choices. Continue to pray for my son as he still has some unresolved anger and hurt. (For those who don't know, my son was hurt by a friend of his, we became aware of the situation in April. The boy has been charged, and there will be a hearing sometime soon. My son has autism, and was a very easy target.)
I am proud to report that while I did not lose tons of weight, I did not gain back any either, which is what tends to happen to me when I hit something that rocks my emotional boat.
I updated my weight loss on my ticker today and realized that
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I AM EXACTLY HALFWAY TO MY GOAL!!!!
That is something to shout about!
Glad to be back. I'll spend several days reading and catching up.
Freda - so sorry about your niece's husband. I think what you say to dgd does depend on her age. I think you and her parents can discuss how much she needs to know and what all of you will say. Perhaps reassuring her that you, her parents and her doctor are keeping a close eye on everything so that won't happen to her. I have very well controlled asthma. I get allergy shots. Some people have rescue inhalers, epi pens - all sorts of stuff. My allergists' office is filled with kids. It seems like allergies are very common these days. It is so sad that the family has had so much loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you.
Cajun - female bloating and irregularity can add a few pounds for sure. I take psyllium husk capsules - a lot of them. You can get them at health food stores, Whole Foods and on line. Got that from my Atkins days. My bottle says take 4 capsules 1 -3 times a day. I'm not that organized. I usually take it all at once, whenever I think of it - usually in evening. You may not need that much especially if you are eating fiber. I think I started out taking 2 - 4. Keep drinking the water. I try to drink 60 - 80 oz a day. I bet you actually lost fat, especially since you went down a pant size. I take HRT so I get a little female water weight sometimes and the irregularity is usually a little worse then. Don't get discouraged. You are doing great!
Rie - I prefer frozen Margarita's but I can't make good ones at home. I was also trying to keep the calories and carbs down. But I had chocolate
any way. hmm. Lost part of my post. I said that I really need to be hypnotized or put into a coma. DH is playing golf. Could someone please tell me to go to the gym?
Bye for now.
ps - Donna Ten - I just saw your post. I'm glad that things are improving and that you feel up to joining us again. Continued thoughts and prayers for your son and family. Good job in not gaining back any weight - not easily done when under so much stress.
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Donna (change4life) So good to hear from you again! I have wondered about you and your son and how things were. I'm glad that charges were brought against the boy who did this. Will continue to keep you, your son and family in my thoughts and prayers.
Congrats on being Halfway to goal! That is great!!!
He'll Donna. I'm new here so I'm not familiar with you. But welcome back. I'm glad your stronger. Congrats on not gaining any weight. I like your ticker. You have done well. I just reached the halfway point myself.
Deelee go to the gym! Now! Lol. Thanks for the info. I wasn't sure I could take something on a regular basis. It's really slowing up my progress. But I will stay on track and hopefully I can get this resolved. I'm doing the dukan diet so it's very similar.
I am overwhelmed by how much that must hurt. I don't have any good advice about how to handle your dgd, except, some level of truth is always best. Sooner or later (probably sooner) she will hear that it is asthma and her fear will be even greater. Is there any way that you can explain it as "complications" or something related to asthma? The whole thing is just sad. 
I found this picture and I just had to share it with you (and the other dog lovers in the group: Enjoy 
