Delphi thank you, I use an app called lumen trails for logging in my weight, i could make a calendar to track my period, it works good for me, it also has a bunch of stuff I don't use, but it has a neat little thing for keeping track of where you park your car, which has come in handy a couple times
Jacqui I only went up about a pound over the weekend, so happy about that.
kelijpa ~ Thanks for the heads up. There are so many apps these days for just about anything. I use Runkeeper to track walks/runs (or at least I did when I was actually distance running) It served its purpose though. I think I want to move into another tracker type device now though. There are so many on the market. I loved my BodyMedia but they were acquired by JawBone and they are just pushing their products (which I hear do not work) and they really aren't supporting the BodyMedia anymore. One look at their facebook page is enough to see how unhappy people are with their products. Sooooo, I'm in the market. Thinking about an apple watch once they get all the kinks worked out but I'm still looking.
Seemyfeet ~ Definitely get a second opinion. There are specific tests they run for RA. Though without a good doctor there may be a lot of conjecture as to what diagnosis you get. RA as are all immunological disorders mimic each other. Your lab work, symptoms and family history will give a better picture of where you lie. I'm not a doctor (nor play one on TV) but I am a medical transcritpionist and I know my lab work. I knew exactly what to look for when I went to see my Rheumatologist. Educate yourself and be diligent in your research. Always ask for copies of your lab work, xrays, MRIs and your medical record. That is your right as a patient free of charge. Good luck. Let us know how it goes.
Cakegirl75 ~ Its never too late to start. So glad you joined us.
As for me, TOM is sucking all the life out of me. The first three days just kill my energy levels. I'm trying to "fake it till I make it" but sweet baby Jesus, its hard. Anyone here have children? I have three boys, 8, 11 (turning 12 next week) and a new 15-year-old who thinks I should let him get into that moving 2-ton death machine parked in the driveway and drive to the store..lol. You take the test and get your permit, then will talk about bubble wrap and driving..lol! In any case, I gotta get off here and get ready to listen to my doctors moan, grumble and grunt. Sure hope you guys have a wonderful day.
May goal: work through 1st part of The Diet Trap Solution
Foundation Strategies I'm practicing daily (adding one every 3 or 4 days):
1. Read my list of advantages of losing weight
2. Eat slowly while seated
3. Give myself credit during the day
4. Read my response cards (tips, tricks, and talk-backs to sabotaging thoughts)
5. Weigh Daily (see below)
6. Build "resistance muscle"
7. Manage hunger and cravings
8. Eat according to a schedule
9. Eat according to a plan
Hey thanks for the concern Delphi. I do know what's up and had the obvious lab work done and it looks convincing to me and the gp, unfortunately. I don't know what, or if, this rheumaton is thinking. Anyway, I asked for sulfasalazine, so we'll see if that helps...I'll be looking for another specialist, because this guy only wanted to talk about movies (!) during the office visit, and yeah, he left it to me to pick out the dmard--if I wanted one (!).
Anyway, I'm not reporting an update today because the wt went up and I'm bummed about several things. Hope to have a whoosh soon.
I have 2 boys, Delph--one just turned 15. He's asking for his own (expensive) car already, but not showing much interest in practicing driving!
well....I'm gonna go look for that wt loss juice Jacqui's been drinking!
I have lost another half lb and I am amazed and elated!
Thanks Joy! Delphi, Thank you, and you know, the (only) good thing about TOM is that the whoosh fairy is usually close behind, ready to put her "whoosh-them-away" wand to some stubborn lbs! SeeMyFeet, lol! I wish there was a magic weight loss juice! Fortunately, the Slow Carb Diet or at least my modified version of it (I don't think I could stick to the book version) works for me. I could kick myself for ever going off it, and there was no reason to! Ugh! Anyway, I'm glad you are in-the-know about your RA, have started to treat it, and are looking for a different rheumatologist. As far as your gain, don't sweat it! You know you haven't eaten enough extra calories to put that weight on in fat, which means it's water, and water comes and goes. No big deal. You've been under a lot of stress. And you aren't giving up, so it will straighten out. Don't let it stress you out more. You got this! Keli, only a lb is fantastic! Great job! Cakegirl75! Glad you jumped in!
May goal: work through 1st part of The Diet Trap Solution
Foundation Strategies I'm practicing daily (adding one every 3 or 4 days):
1. Read my list of advantages of losing weight
2. Eat slowly while seated
3. Give myself credit during the day
4. Read my response cards (tips, tricks, and talk-backs to sabotaging thoughts)
5. Weigh Daily (see below)
6. Build "resistance muscle"
7. Manage hunger and cravings
8. Eat according to a schedule
9. Eat according to a plan
Jaqui on the 10 pounds. You will be in onederland before you know it.
I'm just passing through this morning. I had a late start but fortunately today is the last day of school for the boys, so I might actually get to sleep in a little for the summer. TOM is making life crazy and the scale is reflecting that. I will catch up with you guys later. Have a great day.
SeeMyFeet, I second the idea of getting a second opinion. If you come out of an appointment feeling worse than when you went in then you need a new guy.
CakeGirl, welcome! It's never too late to jump in, and every pound you lose is one you won't have to worry about next month.
Delphi, I have two teenaged girls (16 and almost 14) and a 2 year old boy. None of them are interested in driving except for LittleMan.
Jacqui, woohoo on the 10lbs! You're making fantastic progress.
178lbs for me today, so my month's goal is definitely in reach. My new attitude has done me a lot of good in all areas of my life.
Jacqui I only went up about a pound over the weekend, so happy about that.
Its never too late to start. So glad you joined us.
and I'm bummed about several things. Hope to have a whoosh soon.
Fortunately, the Slow Carb Diet or at least my modified version of it (I don't think I could stick to the book version) works for me. I could kick myself for ever going off it, and there was no reason to! Ugh! Anyway, I'm glad you are in-the-know about your RA, have started to treat it, and are looking for a different rheumatologist. As far as your gain, don't sweat it! You know you haven't eaten enough extra calories to put that weight on in fat, which means it's water, and water comes and goes. No big deal. You've been under a lot of stress. And you aren't giving up, so it will straighten out. Don't let it stress you out more. You got this! 
Jaqui on the 10 pounds. You will be in onederland before you know it. 
