September Ups & Downs Thread
 

Please post if you suffer from a mental health issue/s and it affects your journey to weight loss. Even if you have no mental health issues, we still welcome you with open arms. This thread is about support and being able to vent and feel better.

We have many wonderful posters so please join us. :)


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Hi ladies,

I almost forgot to start a new thread.

I caught my kitchen on fire yesterday. Of course, it was an accident but I feel awful. The kitchen, the smoke, I got lost running in the house, I fell down and lost my glasses, finally found the door. I had never seen black smoke in my life. It's ******* scary. Also one of my cats is missing. I feel like crap.


I've been back in the house a couple of times, it stinks to high heavens. The smoke smell is so bad, Elvira wouldn't go in it.


I at Jennifer's right now. I think I'm going to check with the Red Cross and see if they could help me find somewhere to live. I don't want to impose on Jennifer.


This was in the local newspaper.

Originally Posted by :
A city woman was injured in a structure fire at her 132 Richard Avenue residence Thursday afternoon around 5:30.

The Bellefontaine Fire Department reports that Elizabeth Conley came home and discovered the fire.

She went inside and suffered smoke inhalation.

Conley was transported to Mary Rutan Hospital.

Assistant Chief Dwayne Dow said the fire started in the kitchen.

The blaze caused about $25,000 worth of damage.

There was smoke damage throughout the two-story home.

The fire displaced Conley.

The cause remains under investigation.

Fire crews were on scene for about 90 minutes.

All off-duty personnel were called in.

Sorry to start the month out posting this but well, it is just what it is. :(

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:eek: OH my gosh Lisa I'm so sorry to hear this!!! :( how awful!! I hope so much the Red Cross can help with temporary housing. But oh my gosh how scary for you to be in it!! I hope so much your other kitty turns up, cats are smart and will hide somewhere safe. Oh gosh much love to you!!! :hug::hug:

Lisa!
 

Lisa: I am so very sorry about the fire in your home! How awful!!! :( I am so thankful that you are okay! I, too, hope that the Red Cross will be able to help you with housing. Please keep us posted. Also, sorry I forgot to start the new September thread. I am so darn forgetful. :dizzy: Thank you for starting it, especially with all that you have going on. Just curious: Where did your mother live? If in Ohio, would it be an option to live in her house until you make your big move... or at least until her estate is settled and/or her house is sold? I hope your other cat shows up soon! Again, so relieved that you & Elvira are both safe after the fire! I am hoping that Lily is safe, too. Big hugs to you, Lisa! :hug:

Lisa, I am so sorry to hear what you are going through. Thank God you are okay. Were you in the hospital long, or just to be checked out? I agree that Lily will probably show up. The idea of moving into your mother's house, if it is close, is a good one. Hopefully the fire inspectors, insurance adjustors, etc. will work quickly, and the construction can start. Best of luck, hope and prayers to you.

Lisa, I am so sorry about your fire! What a rotten thing to happen! What a good thing you found the fire before it caused too much damage though, although I'm sorry you were injured inside, that must have been terrifying.

With you hoping to move soon, it will be frustrating that you will have to weigh up whether to replace things in the interim. I hope it all gets resolved quickly, and hope there is a way you can stay in your mom's.

good morning, have to visit here because I'm so worried about Lisa! such a scary thing to happen. and yeah what a pain to deal with! Thinking of you!!

I tell you, nothing like a tragedy that happens to someone you know to make you appreciate how good things really are in your life! that's me. I always have something to complain about but its all petty compared to what matters.

saying HI to everyone else!

I haven't started working out yet (rolling eyes at self) but I still must have some fitness because each week I do the 2+ hours of weedwhacking then an hour of mowing, hauling junk around, never sore afterward. But I have lost some muscle tone so do need to start soon!!

gotta get ready for work. Have to layer up because its 51 and foggy but will be mid 80s and sun later. I've had fantastic weather for the motorcycle this summer, have been commuting over 1100 miles a month on my bike!!

Hi ladies,


Holly, thank you for caring so much. I am trying to not get overwhelmed. Today, I'm expecting some phone calls, I'm going to have to go to the house today too.


I am sick. I have caught a terrible cold. I feel like crap.


Coop, no I can't stay at my mom's house. My sister is still there. I won't live with her, she's not very nice.


Monica, no, I can't move into my mother's house. I'm at Jennifer's house right now.



Kathleen, I just called the Red Cross so we'll see if they can help me.


I'll post again later. My Mac is almost dead right now.

Lisa, you will get through this. At this point I am sure it is overwhelming, but step by step, you will get through it. You are a strong person. Check to see if your home insurance policy covers a hotel room for the time you are displaced. The policy should also cover having all your clothing cleaned at a dry cleaner that specializes in smoke damage. Best of luck - I think I speak for the rest of us when I say you are in our thoughts - please let us know how you are doing, and feel free to vent.

Monica

Hello Everyone :) I'm back (and gratefully so!)

Had a bit of a family emergency over the last month... looks like things are (hopefully) calming down a bit :dizzy:

I'm also awfully sick with a sinus infection and bronchitis, and have been for about a week and a half. Unfortunately I'm at work LOL :(

On the plus side, I've broken my plateau of being stuck in the 230's (I was in the 230's for 4 months) and weighed in at 225 lbs at the doctor's office - WhooHoo :carrot:

How is everyone doing?

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Lisa, I hope your visit to your house went ok. Have they worked out what caused the fire? Fingers crossed for the Red Cross being able to help out.

Jessica, how is your mom doing I her new residence?

We have been away for a wedding at the weekend, a really nice day/weekend, but I am feeling very isolated by my pain condition. I wasn't able to enjoy the weekend as others were. I've decided to try hypnotherapy to see if it might help though, so hopeful it will be effective.

Of course after eating like a pig all weekend, I went back to work to be told I had to go for a medical - I got a stern telling off about my weight, which is extra high this week because of all the weekend-away food. I really need to focus my efforts again, except I'll have another piggie day tomorrow - tomorrow is a freebie, as it's my birthday.

Happy Birthday, Coop!
 

Coop: :bday2you: I hope you have a wonderful day!!! :D I also hope the hypnotherapy helps with your pain condition. I applaud you for giving it a try!

Lisa
 

Lisa: You have been in my thoughts and prayers so often! So sorry to hear that you are feeling so lousy physically on top of everything else. :( My daughter and hubby have nasty colds and feel like crap, too. Monica had some good suggestions about checking to see what your homeowner's insurance policy covers regarding the fire. I hope it might be able to help out with a hotel room or some temporary housing and also with cleaning your clothing for smoke damage, as Monica mentioned. You might as well take advantage of everything it has to offer! Could someone at your insurance company help you to sort out what, if anything, is covered in terms of temporary housing options? Good that you contacted the Red Cross, too. I just want you to get all of the help you need and deserve at a tragic time like this. :hug: I sure wish your sister wasn't so mean so that you could live at your mom's house, at least for awhile, and so that she could help you through this difficult time. Thank God Jennifer is there for you! Please hang in there, Lisa, and take one day and one step at a time. Things WILL get better! They have to! :hug:

JesikaBeth
 

JesikaBeth: I'm sorry that you have been so sick for so long! :( I sure hope you feel much better soon! But... WOW... a huge CONGRATULATIONS on breaking through your 230's plateau!!! :carrot: :bravo: That must feel wonderful! :D Keep up the great work!

Monica & Holly
 

Monica & Holly: Just wanted to wave HELLO :wave: and wish both of you well! It's always a pleasure to hear from both of you! :)

Originally Posted by Coop27:
Jessica, how is your mom doing I her new residence?

Hi! Thanks for asking :) My mom was in the hospital and ICU for 4 weeks and subsequent 1.5 weeks of inpatient rehabilitation. She was discharged this past Saturday. She is ok, I suppose. She is feeling very anxious, somewhat depressed, and overwhelmed, but hanging in there...

Originally Posted by IBelieveInMe2:
JesikaBeth: I'm sorry that you have been so sick for so long! :( I sure hope you feel much better soon! But... WOW... a huge CONGRATULATIONS on breaking through your 230's plateau!!! :carrot: :bravo: That must feel wonderful! :D Keep up the great work!

Hi!!! Thanks, yea I'm over it, LOL :( I'm now on breathing treatments with a nebulizer, have an inhaler, on antibiotics and Mucinex (and cough drops, and ibuprofen...) Kinda bummed because this weekend is out annual beach house trip and I'm sick for it. But we are still going. And THANKS for the congrats on breaking through the 230's plateau. I'm at about 100 pounds lost mark, and thrilled. This gal will be going shopping for some new clothes soon :carrot:

Originally Posted by Lisaluvshearts:
Hi ladies,

I almost forgot to start a new thread.

I caught my kitchen on fire yesterday. Of course, it was an accident but I feel awful. The kitchen, the smoke, I got lost running in the house, I fell down and lost my glasses, finally found the door. I had never seen black smoke in my life. It's ******* scary. Also one of my cats is missing. I feel like crap.


I've been back in the house a couple of times, it stinks to high heavens. The smoke smell is so bad, Elvira wouldn't go in it.


I at Jennifer's right now. I think I'm going to check with the Red Cross and see if they could help me find somewhere to live. I don't want to impose on Jennifer.

Wow hun, major hugs! Sounds like a lot going on right now. Just wanted to give you support and hope things come together sooner rather than later :hug:

I just wanted to say I hope everyone has a great day and upcoming weekend. I'll be back on Monday :grouphug:

Originally Posted by EasySpirit:
Lisa, you will get through this. At this point I am sure it is overwhelming, but step by step, you will get through it. You are a strong person. Check to see if your home insurance policy covers a hotel room for the time you are displaced. The policy should also cover having all your clothing cleaned at a dry cleaner that specializes in smoke damage. Best of luck - I think I speak for the rest of us when I say you are in our thoughts - please let us know how you are doing, and feel free to vent.

Monica

Thanks Monica. Yeah, unfortunately I didn't have great insurance on my house. It will get fixed but to what extent, I'm not sure. I am probably going to have to take some of my money for appliances. Not only is the kitchen that needs fixed, the living room smells. It's going to have to be cleaned.

I was informed yesterday, that my couch can't be cleaned. It's cloth-material and the smoke won't come out.

I'll be all right in time.

Originally Posted by Coop27:
Lisa, I hope your visit to your house went ok. Have they worked out what caused the fire? Fingers crossed for the Red Cross being able to help out.

Jessica, how is your mom doing I her new residence?

We have been away for a wedding at the weekend, a really nice day/weekend, but I am feeling very isolated by my pain condition. I wasn't able to enjoy the weekend as others were. I've decided to try hypnotherapy to see if it might help though, so hopeful it will be effective.

Of course after eating like a pig all weekend, I went back to work to be told I had to go for a medical - I got a stern telling off about my weight, which is extra high this week because of all the weekend-away food. I really need to focus my efforts again, except I'll have another piggie day tomorrow - tomorrow is a freebie, as it's my birthday.

HI Coop, yeah I went to the house yesterday with the Red Cross. They helped me out with a little money and gave me some pointers on places I can go for more help.

I started the fire by accident, left a pan on the stove and forgot it was there. Idiot. I then left the house taking Elvira with me. I'm so glad of that, she would have been dead when I got back.

I'm staying with my daughter. Elvira and Lily are here with me. Leo Bug is missing. :( I'm worried sick about him, he's been gone a week now.

Did you have a birthday? Sorry I missed it. :(

Originally Posted by IBelieveInMe2:
Lisa: You have been in my thoughts and prayers so often! So sorry to hear that you are feeling so lousy physically on top of everything else. :( My daughter and hubby have nasty colds and feel like crap, too. Monica had some good suggestions about checking to see what your homeowner's insurance policy covers regarding the fire. I hope it might be able to help out with a hotel room or some temporary housing and also with cleaning your clothing for smoke damage, as Monica mentioned. You might as well take advantage of everything it has to offer! Could someone at your insurance company help you to sort out what, if anything, is covered in terms of temporary housing options? Good that you contacted the Red Cross, too. I just want you to get all of the help you need and deserve at a tragic time like this. :hug: I sure wish your sister wasn't so mean so that you could live at your mom's house, at least for awhile, and so that she could help you through this difficult time. Thank God Jennifer is there for you! Please hang in there, Lisa, and take one day and one step at a time. Things WILL get better! They have to! :hug:

Thanks, Kathleen. We just went to the house again looking for Buggy. We still can't find him.

I didn't have very good insurance on the house so we'll see how much help I'll get.

I'll hang in there, Kathleen, I promise.

Originally Posted by JesikaBeth:
Wow hun, major hugs! Sounds like a lot going on right now. Just wanted to give you support and hope things come together sooner rather than later :hug:

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it.

So I sort of started something new: juicing. Now when I went to the gym I notice I'm 2 lbs heavier! Never again.

Hi everybody *wave*. My name's Anita. I've been a lurker on 3FC for a few months, and have always been impressed by the camaraderie and support here. I have a new September resolution to start dealing with it - the anxiousness, the weight, the issues - between now and December. Part of that includes the goal to stop lurking and become a more active participant on a few threads. So, hello, and good wishes to all.;)

Strength to everyone today
 

Morning everyone. Felt a little down this morning because I missed the morning swim time. In the past week my daughter's been climbing out of her crib and waking me up in the middle of the night. Since its been hard to lose the weight after her birth, my heart sank and I thought, "I'll never get to sleep and my weight will continue to balloon up. The day's ruined."

But then I saw that someone welcomed me to the forums, I read several inspirational threads, and made some breakfast to regulate my blood sugar. Still stressed about finding a different exercise today, but glad I didn't eat the donut.

Wishing strength to everyone who had a hard morning today. :hug:

Hi Anitanita, welcome to the thread! How old is your daughter? I wonder if you could find an app to suggest some daily exercises for you to do?

Lisa, I hope your cat shows up! Cats are quite funny, when they get spooked, they'll run a mile and hide for weeks. I'm sure she's just waiting for signs it's safe again.

It was my birthday on Thursday, but I have to say, it's left me a little blue. My whole family, except for my sister, forgot. It wasn't a special birthday or anything, but still just one of those moments you think 'well mum wouldn't have forgotten'. This was the second birthday without her, and it's true that seconds feel a bit sadder.

Hi friends!! first, :welcome: to anitanita, oh gosh I remember trying to eat better and work out when my boys were small, and it is so difficult, I wish you all success and glad you found us, and glad that the forum cheered you up when you needed it :)

Lisa - has Buggy turned up yet?? :( I am hoping SO much that he does..and I am soooo glad you had Elvira with you that day!! but I'm also mad that your sister makes it impossible for you to stay at your mom's house , grrrr. Sending you love and strength, girl!

Coop - it brought tears to my eyes when you said 'mum wouldn't have forgotten'..right now too :( You're right, she wouldn't have forgotten and it is sucky that the rest of the family forgot. But please feel your mum's love even now, and forever.

JesikaBeth, wow you have lost 100 pounds??? :cheer2: that is freakin amazing :) hope your bronchitis is better?

Kathleen HI :) :wave: how are you managing with your son? and how is YOUR health??

Monica - HEY you, guess what, I worked out this morning :devil: I've been thinking of you. Years past, I had people telling me I was their inspiration for fitness, pfft to that now! Now YOU are my inspiration. I did a Shelly Dose youtube workout, I like her. Wish me luck in sticking to it!

It is a fact that I can't workout when it's too warm and humid, this morning was beautifully cool so that helped seal the deal.

On the last day of the August thread, I typed something out that was hard for me to admit, but I think maybe seeing it in print helped me come to grips with it. I also have to come to grips to the "Pick Your Hard" mantra. Being overweight (and unhappy!!) is hard, dieting is hard, exercising is hard, pick your hard :D I am miserable right now, I will probably be miserable while dieting (because I just feel that I[m depriving myself) but at least I'll be doing something about it. Meh :devil:

I have today off, it's my one day of the week and it's beautiful. Cool and sunny. The summer job ends next month, mid-month so I have about 5 weeks left there :( oh well.

I have been keeping the lawn looking beautiful, I weedwhack for at least 2 hours and sometimes 3 hours once a week, then mow. My petunias in their big planters are looking sooo nice. I harvested my BIG winter squashes, I will try to get pics here. I have to let them 'cure' for at least 10 days before taking them to work and processing them into tons of puree :D

Originally Posted by Coop27:
Hi Anitanita, welcome to the thread! How old is your daughter? I wonder if you could find an app to suggest some daily exercises for you to do?

Lisa, I hope your cat shows up! Cats are quite funny, when they get spooked, they'll run a mile and hide for weeks. I'm sure she's just waiting for signs it's safe again.

It was my birthday on Thursday, but I have to say, it's left me a little blue. My whole family, except for my sister, forgot. It wasn't a special birthday or anything, but still just one of those moments you think 'well mum wouldn't have forgotten'. This was the second birthday without her, and it's true that seconds feel a bit sadder.

Hi Coop27 - she's a little over 2 1/2, and at the odd little stage of waking us up at about 2am in the morning with the news, 'There are no monsters in my room. There are no robots in my room." It would be cute if it wasn't so darn sleep interrupting.

Happy belated-birthday last Thursday! I'm sorry that your fam didn't recognize your special day :hug: - it can be doubly hard when a special day highlights something sad. Sending good thoughts your way today.

And a thank you to both you, and VermontMom, for the warm welcome!

I'm in such pain today, I cried so hard. I don't know how I am going to come to terms with the fact that the fire I started, is the cause of my losing my kitty. He may not come back and he was my baby boy. I am in so much pain, i just want to cry and never stop. I feel so much guilt. I was supposed to protect him and it was my fault he ran off.


I don't know I will ever get over this.

Lisaluvhearts, I am so sorry for your pain and guilt. I can only imagine how it feels to lose someone so dear to you. Please don't give up hope. Your little one is probably just a little shocked, and he may find his way home to you. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers today.

Oh our poor Lisa!! You must be feeling so awful. I can't offer any wise words...sometimes sucky things happen and we can't get around it.

Maybe, maybe Buggy is being cared for by someone who found him and is loving him :hug:

Originally Posted by Anitanita:
Hi Coop27 - she's a little over 2 1/2, and at the odd little stage of waking us up at about 2am in the morning with the news, 'There are no monsters in my room. There are no robots in my room." It would be cute if it wasn't so darn sleep interrupting.

:rofl: OH my gosh that is cute :D (from someone whose sleep isn't being interrupted by it :D)

Lisa
 

Lisa: Please, oh please, don't be so hard on yourself about the house fire! You certainly did NOT mean to start it and NEVER would have intended any harm on any of your animals. We all know that. And I agree that Buggy may just be spooked and still show up at some point or that someone else found him and took him in. Beating yourself up about it will not accomplish anything and you already have enough on your plate. It just breaks my heart to think of you crying your eyes out and blaming yourself so much. :cry: I am praying with all my might that Buggy is okay and will show up soon to comfort your aching heart! In the meantime, great big hugs to you, my friend! :hug:

Anitanita: :welcome: to the group! We are happy to have you here with us! :)

Coop: I'm so sorry that everyone in your family except for your sister forgot your birthday. :( That just sucks! :( I hope you were able to make the best of the day anyway. Have you tried the hypnotherapy yet?

Holly: I can't believe your summer job is already coming to a close. :( Where did this summer go?!? It flew by WAY too quickly for me! Good for you for getting back into your workouts! Things are pretty much the same with my son, but perhaps a smidge better lately. I am staying on him about following through with plans to participate in DBT therapy at our local university. It was highly recommended by his psychiatrist and sounds perfect for him, but he has been dragging his feet on signing up. His cell phone has been broken, which hasn't helped matters, but he just got a new phone today, so no more excuses. He has at least made some phone calls about it recently and is coming around us more often, which is a good sign. I'll take ANY progress at this point! My health is okay regarding my oncology follow-up appointments. But I need to get my butt in gear with working out again ~ to keep cancer away in addition to the other physical and emotional benefits. I have been such a stagnant slug lately and I hate it! :( The days just fly by unless I MAKE time for working out. I have to adopt the old Nike slogan and "Just Do It!" ;)

JesikaBeth: I'm happy to hear that you are feeling at least somewhat better. Glad your mom is okay, too, but sorry about her poor emotional state. Hope things improve for her soon on that front! Keep up the great work of taking good care of yourself! Losing 100 pounds is no small feat. You should feel SO proud of yourself!!! :bravo:

Monica: How is life in your little corner of the world? I hope all is well with you! :)

I found Buggy!!!!!!!



He was in the house this whole time. He's been hiding for 2 weeks. He was in the ceiling panels of the living room.


I heard him meowing today, very faint. I got a ladder, started tearing out ceiling panels until I saw him.


I almost killed myself getting him down.


Here he is hiding in the bathroom.

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Lisa, I'm so glad you found Buggy!! It's such a cat thing to do, they just hide and don't come out til they reckon it's safe, and he'll have decided today was safe (or he got hungry enough). I hope you guys are having some extra close cuddles tonight.

P.s. I'm sorry to not respond to others tonight, it's late here, but I had to respond to Lisa. I'll check in properly tomorrow.

Hooray lisa!!!!!!!