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I was off and I've been out all day. We went to breakfast, shopped, had a drink at Chili's, and then saw a free sneak preview of 'Step Brothers'. It was silly but a little better than what I thought it would be.
Sassy, what a great attitude! Can I borrow it?
Well, I'm off to bed so I can get up in the morning for work. to everybody.
Sassy, way to go - giving up any one food item that we liked is hard, but this is a good step... let us know how you get on - I bet you'll be really surprised how much you don't even miss that Mountain Dew after a couple of days!!
Hi to everyone else, and thanks for all the ego-boosting () about my running - I'm feeling really good about it. I took Wednesday as a rest day, and ran another 5 miles last night. I am neglecting my weights, but I'll add them in again ... um... sometime... The scale is still moving, slowly, so I am content with that.
I had to leave my awful temp job - it was making me want to cry. I have never walked out on a job before - and to be fair, I did tell them I was going, and why. It was a relief. I shall find somethign else - something it takes more than a monkey to do!
Have a great Friday all - I'll be in and out of here on the weekend!
Hiya everyone! Just poppin in to say hello before I dissapear for the weekend (back into a can of paint and spackle and whatever else...)
I move in 3 weeks - eek! Of which I will be gone 2. Packing and remodeling have not been going so well - I've been having panic attacks thinking about the move. Ugh. But, I have help this weekend, so maybe just maybe I'll make some progress.
I saw 'Mama Mia' tonight with a couple of girls from work. At first I had a hard time getting into it but by the end I liked it. I realize now there are a lot of Abba songs that I don't know.
I ended up going to the dentist this morning and having my gum sliced open again. I can't seem to get rid of this infection. I'm now on round 3 of antibiotics. If this doesn't work I have to go to an oral surgeon. I was 2 hours late to work today so I just worked through lunch. I may go in an hour early tomorrow unless the snooze alarm keeps me in bed.
Exciting life, isn't it?
Momof4: Are you out of town? Did I miss something? Doing ok?
Heather: I've only walked out of one job as well. The guy I was working with was a COMPLETE jerk. I left in the middle of a shift. I still can't believe I did it. Hope you get something else soon.
Amarie: Transitions are so hard and freak me out too. It will all be over soon.
Well I have some news and no, its not good. My DH got fired. That is all I'm gonna say here in the forum, since its public and all.
I actually took it pretty well, amazingly. I just said, "we've been through worse, we'll be fine and at least I still have my job, at least for now" (Guess it goes to show you never know from 1 day to the next what is gonna happen) So DH has already applied for several jobs, called people who know people, etc.............But he feels bad about it, keeps saying that he "failed me" I guess that is the "provider" gene that men have. I reassured him that its not his fault and sometimes things happen in life that aren't so pleasant, but we will be just fine.
As for the Mt. Dew. Well.........I haven't cut all the ties yet.......... But I am drinking less.............The eating is going good. I'm not eating that much. Actually I only eat to take my medication, otherwise I probably wouldn't be eating.
We did go to BD's Mongonlian Grill, not sure if any of you have any of those where you are or something similar, but WOW it was awesome! You get to choose your meat, veggies, pasta, sauces, etc!! Then you take it up and they grill it for ya, right in front of ya, kinda cool. So yes its perfect for me cuz I can CONTROL my portions. Only problem was that um I didn't taste the sauces before grabbing one and OMG my mouth was on fire!!! But it was good, just really HOT!
Well that is about it. I am going to bed. Yes, my sleep schedule is all screwed up because DH got fired Thursday around 3ish (PM) and was home about 4:30 after everything was done. He had to wake me up to tell me. (Cuz I had worked all night Wed. night into Thurs. morning) So we talked of course after he told me then we had to go back to work to get DH's stuff cuz he rode his motorcycle into work that day, so he couldn't fit boxes of his stuff on his motorcycle.
My DH carried the benefits (Health Insurance) so he called the HR guy and found out that I can have them switched over to me so that we are covered, without any lapse in coverage. They do it for a major life change like this or having a baby, adoption, etc, etc, etc. So that was a relief because I am a diabetic, I can't be without my medicines.
Oh and they are gonna be putting a shunt into FIL for dialysis. He's been talking about not being around in 10 yrs or so, it has been really hitting my MIL and my DH very hard. Don't get me wrong, I'm sad about it too, but I dunno...........I guess after watching my dad die in front of me, I dunno......I just feel totally different about death. I don't wanna sound like I'm this emotionless, uncaring person, but I just can't explain it..... Its probably only a matter of time before we have to move in with them. So with that all that "Good News" I'll be going. We need a black cloud emoticon for me to post all my warm and "Chipper" news.......... <--- this is as close as a "black cloud" as I could get! lol.
Anyways, that is about it. K Off to bed now, G'night!
It's Saturday and absolutely BEAUTIFUL outside today!
Ravengirl -- How did you get on Prozac without therapy? Was it prescribed by your regular doc? I'm definitely lost in the procedure of medicine, so please bare with me. Also, isn't it funny how sometimes life twists things up like that, positive news from the doc creates relief but throws everything else off for the day. On super intense days like that, I just decide to start fresh the next day.
Sassy Chick -- I'm so sorry about your DH *hugs*. Your attitude it astounding and it is wonderful that you two have each other for support. It sounds like he has jumped right back into the game with searching, which shows so much about his character. I read a quote (possibly on here, even), that say something to the effect of "if you never give up, you can never fail" and I think about that every time I slip up on something. One set back isn't gonna break us!!
Hope4me -- I've never been big into musical movies, but that movie looks really good to me. Maybe I'll rent it when it comes out on video. And that sucks about your gums, what is going on there? I hope everything is ok and you don't need surgery, but it is good to know there is another options, just in case! I've been avoiding the dentists for far too long... need to make an appointment.
Amarie -- It sounds like you are a woman on a mission! Sometimes the home fixing up can be fun, until you don't want to do it anymore but can't leave it half done. I'm throwing some energy in your direction!! And the thing about moving is it is always a daunting task, but the actual move is usually pretty quick. If worse comes to worse, trash bags work great for hauling things!
Cathy -- Happy Saturday!
Heather -- Oh girl, I feel for you with the job. I once worked in a canning factory cleaning for 1 day, and I spent most of my shift crying because it was sooo horrible. Jobs like those are not worth it!! Plus, there are other temp jobs that can be really great (I've met some of the most amazing people while working at temp jobs). You'll find something great without any monkeys involved! Oh, and so awesome with the running, keep it up!!!!
As for me, yesterday and so far today have been really good. I saw "The Ultimate Gift" per a recommendation from my boss. It was pretty good, inspiring... and a lot cheesy and a little over the top. Worked out last night and this morning (yay!) and bought some new work out clothes for summer. I also bought some tofu, hoping third time is a charm for figuring out how to cook the damn stuff! My friend had her baby (9lb 7oz boy -- sheesh!) and they are doing great! Will be using tomorrow to program a website and read 2 scripts my friend wrote. Since I work such crazy hours, I'll be using Monday to call possible therapists in the area to get more info, because I know this "up" streak will not last forever and I need a net for when it ends...
Now I'm off to the family campout. Have a super weekend everyone!!!
Aww Sassy... that sucks MAJORLY bad about your DH... I mean...WTF!!!! They say they are moving him to your shift and then "Oh WHOOPS...did I say that? I meant to say you're fired!!!!" I cannot believe that!! I know that with his attitude he will find something better really soon. And try not to beat yourself up to much about the Dew...you're trying...and that is all that counts!!! I think you are probably just a little shell shocked and numb from all the blows that are coming at you right now...I don't think anyone would ever accuse you of being an uncaring person... I am very sorry to hear about your FIL I don't know if you are close with him or not...I was very very close to mine and it wrecked me when we lost him...
Bella: Yeah, my general dr. prescribed it for me after a pretty bad scene with one of the dr visits...I really needed it at the time...he basically diagnosed me with Adjustment Disorder with Anxiety at the time and said that he believed that I could get through it on my own but at the time my DH was facing radiation and Chemo and I really needed to get myself together quickly so that I could be his support...we are so connected that my moods, attitude, and behavior affect his so much and vice versa...we are even closer now if that is possible... And we will be celebrating our 18th anniversary in October...
Hey Hey Amarie! Sounds like work...ewww...I try to avoid that whenever possible I HATE moving!!!
Hey Cathy...nice to see ya!!!
Okay...what am I doing today...I got up and had breakfast on schedule..then promptly went back to bed cuz I was up late last night and needed the extra shut eye! We are going down town today...going to take a submarine ride and do a celebratory dinner after at one of our favorite places...he is celebrating his mid term test that he took this week! Let's see...I think that is about it...I have been toying with the idea of a movie but I may wait until later in the week... Mama Mia looks really fun and I love ABBA but I think it will be a "wait til dvd movie" because I just have SOOOO many others I want to see...I will go broke if I go to them all!
Hey Heather, good for you on taking control and getting yourself out of a miserable situation...life is too short...do what you can to make it great! And really incredible inspiration to us all on the running girl...my knee wouldn't handle it or I would be doing it to...I always loved to run but I wasn't very fast and I end up with knee problems and plantar fasciitis
Hope you're all well. It's been sooo hot here the last few days, I don't how it's been for everyone else! I can't seem to think straight when it's hot
Momof4, so sorry I missed your birthday, (I haven't signed in for a few days) but hope you had a good day!
Buddly and Raven, thanks! I should be able to sort this out, I really don't know what's wrong with me, all I have to do is fill in forms and send them off, for some reason I just can't! They're not complicated, it's just a weird thing I have. And then when I'm in a horrible mess and it really has become complicated I have tens times the job sorting it all out. Maybe I should just pay someone else to do it for me, it would be cheaper in the long run, what with all the fines for late payments
Oh well, I'm going to forget all that headachey stuff until Monday. I've decided I'm going to enjoy the sun for a change, so no housework this weekend, the kids are away and I'm just going to sit in the garden and do nothing.
Take care and enjoy the rest of the weekend everybody!
Thank you for the bday wishes...Camping went pretty well. I had to break downs trying to pack wed. for it....Like put myself on time out and just cried because if I hadnt I was gonna scream and flip...trying to make smart choices to keep me from flipping. I remember standing outside in the pouring ran trying to re pack the van cause it wouldnt fit thinking I WILL NEVER GO CAMPING AGAIN...but it turned out to be awesome...I love it cause all you have to do is spend time with your family, relax, and "excercise" since you have to walk to where ever you want to go...lol. We liked it so much we stayed an extra night. Next year we are going for a week. We were just not prepared very well this year not ever going camping before and with 4 little kids. They made friends to play with.. The first night was rough because of quiet time but it all worked out.
Things are goin ok...Put it this was my meds I took on Sun. Mon and half on friday...NOT GOOD!!!!!! yeah so I am just bouncy around here not knowing what is next....
OK LADIES..I gotta tell someone and I cant tell anyone here I MEAN LIKE NO ONE because I dont want people to draw their own conclusions...
Has to do with TOM...since after the baby over a year ago when my periods started they have ALWAYS been on time...actually my WHOLE life I have never never had messed up periods...ALWAYS ON TIME..Well they were coming like the 23rd of every month...maybe a day off if like the month was longer or shorter...Well last month came on the 19...REALLY thru me off...Well it is going onto the 27th and NO SIGN of TOM....WHAT THE HECk..I am only 28 can I be going thru the change of life already??? I had my tubes tied after the csection. But ever since I got it done I have had this awful feeling that I would be the one to still have a baby after that. I even told the nurses while I was prego with the baby...that tying t/tubes wont work.. totally kidding...AFTER i had it done...i just was researching the chances of having after that...and found the ones who are in their 20s and get it done while still open from a csection have the highest rates of still having a baby because of a number of reasons...I asked my dr later one time when i stopped by to see him how many tubes has he tied and they still had a baby..but he didnt give me an answer just harrassed me...(hes an old man and I always tell him everything is his fault so...when he sees me hes like ok i know whatever it is its my fault) BUT LADIES....WHAT DO I THINK....I am really trying to not panic (being prego panic) No matter how much i have stressed in my life it has never affected my period...meds never affect it...is there a disease that can affect it?? I have no pains so its not like an ovary messed up?? Like every time I went to the bathroom I would look for any signs of TOM...but nothing...when I would flush the toilet i was like no im not preggo..
BOTH SIDES...It was weird for me to get so sick on rides the other day..but i put that to age....could it be i am prego...When i sneezed the other day it pulled a groin...like when your preggo and things are strectching down there. While we were camping i was starting to get sick waiting for breakfast to cook....could be just because i was hungry...but i usually dont eat breakfast...ON THE OTHER SIDE...no real signs...With all four of my kids I was BEAT...Tired ALL DAY LONG...like ready for bed at night couldnt keep my eyes open...I am not tired... No real signs of being preggo..I always gag on my tooth brush so I cant tell if its preggo gag or real gag...HAHA...Ok I just really needed to get it out. If I told my friends here they wouldnt tell but they would be like how you feeling do you know anything yet?? and everyone that heard would catch on...YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN.....OK PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE ANY ideas why it could be late let me know...its not stress and not meds....I am going to wait i keep thinking i feel cramps...LOL...so HOPEFULLY for some reason it might be late....ok let me know... if I go by the 19 (last month) then its like around 6 or 7 days late if I go by the 23 then its only 4 days late...OK
Well thats it I will catch back up with personals on monday cause tomorrow I have to do the BLESSED WONDERFUL 6 hour drive to take my foster daughter back to her group home!!! I should only have like 3 or 4 more weeks left of it!!
GLAD TO BE BACK CHICKIES...gotta work on a power point from the church picinic pictures...for tomorrow morning!! YEAH...I actually had it half done but yeah it got lost....ERR....lata
oh yeah all the walking this week i lost 4 lbs..YA...but SASSY I am so with you on the DEW thing...I Woulda lost more if i hadnt drank soda this week..i drank way more soda...I want to be in shape next year for camp so I can do more!!
I went into work early today and made up my time I missed because of the dentist visit. I had to call and get them to change my antibiotic b/c the new stronger one was making me feel sick. I feel kinda yucky now even though I didn't take it all day.
After work a friend cooked dinner for me. It was nice but I just wish I had felt better. I'm going to go take a hot bath now and go to bed since I have to work tomorrow too.
Sassy: So sorry about your dh's job. That really stinks. I hope he gets a better one soon.
Mom: Yikes. I have no advice since I have no kids but I do know that sometimes people have late periods for no good reason, even people who are really regular. Let us know.
I was just looking stuff up on here...because I am at more risk to have ectopic pregnancy since i had that done. They have on most sites that if i have a missed cycle get checked right away...STUPID QUESTION I KNOW...but when is it considered missed?? Like right now I would say its late...LOL....There is no way anything would show up on a pee test right now anyways so there is no point in that...ok hopefully I am one of those late for no good reason!!!
lata all!!
I just made lunch and realized today is the start of SHARK WEEK on Discovery!!!!!!! This is my favorite week! I hope everyone has a beautiful and enjoyable day *hugs*
to everybody.
) about my running - I'm feeling really good about it. I took Wednesday as a rest day, and ran another 5 miles last night. I am neglecting my weights, but I'll add them in again ... um... sometime... 
The scale is still moving, slowly, so I am content with that. 
happy friday 
everyone!
I was 2 hours late to work today so I just worked through lunch. I may go in an hour early tomorrow unless the snooze alarm keeps me in bed. 
Hi All, Got some news.........
That is all I'm gonna say here in the forum, since its public and all. 
I reassured him that its not his fault and sometimes things happen in life that aren't so pleasant, but we will be just fine. 
But I am drinking less.............The eating is going good. I'm not eating that much. Actually I only eat to take my medication, otherwise I probably wouldn't be eating. 
Only problem was that um I didn't taste the sauces before grabbing one and OMG my mouth was on fire!!! 
But it was good, just really HOT!
<--- this is as close as a "black cloud" as I could get! lol.
so sorry I missed your birthday, (I haven't signed in for a few days) but hope you had a good day! 
