Hi Joanne and AngelLover,

Man, not too sure that I like this new format. Throws me off a bit....not to computer savvy.

Still in a bit of a funk. I've been having trouble with my car, which I just bought a little while ago, and I'm worried I got riped off. Just continues to stall and the mechanics are guessing what's wrong. Worst of all is that it dies, I try and get it restarted, call for a tow (thank God for AAA) and the damn thing starts! Feel stupid. Heck, anyone know a good car exorcist?

Hope you both had a great weekend. Weather has been great. Haven't been out myself....got blisters on my feet from the last time I went walking. Will start again in a few days.....

Deb

Grasshopper/Angel Lover- I am to blame for the new thread. I made a mistake and then didn't know how to fix it.
I had a good weekend until the evening of sunday.I even walked 3 miles. Suddenly the stomach was hurting and it was a all night and today thing. I see the Dr tomorrow. I won't be hurting then but he is sure to hear about what I have been going through for the past few months off and on.
We are getting rain off and on from the storm near Texas. Otherwise hot.
Hope you all are well...Joanne

Hi.....hope all are feeling better!! I've been kinda busy the last couple of days. I had my Remicade treatment last Tuesday & it's "kicking in" now!. When I get to feeling better, I almost over do. It's just so nice to have the energy & guess I'm afraid it will leave. They increased the meds this time, though, & treatment is 7 weeks, instead of 8.

Grasshopper......sure hope you get your car problems taken care of. It can really go to costing...putting money on car repairs.

Joanne.....hope your stomach is better. Be sure to tell the dr about it. Hope your appt goes well, over all.

Got a lot to do today.....I'll try to post more when I have time.

Thanks Angel-Lover.. I will need to see another Dr. and have some tests done..There is always a solution.
Hope you all are doing well. Keep the chin up.. Some day we will come back and look like J LO or Julia Roberts or anyone of those beautiful people
Bye...Joanne

Hope everything is good for all.

Joanne...what kind of tests are you going to have to have? I hope it's nothing serious. Keep me informed.

Grasshopper...How's your problems going? Hope they're doing just that....going!

It's very hot & muggy today. That's gonna change soon...gonna rain all week end, I think. Well, girls.......I'm getting discouraged on my weightloss. I weigh (officially) tomorrow, & if a miracle doesn't happen today....it'll be the 2nd week of no loss. I can take one week, but two may put me in depression! You know, this watching every bite I eat isn't fun...then for no loss! I've been real faithful. Not any special diet. I just keep up with my calories & carbs. The first 20 lbs went slow, but smooth. I expect slow, since I can't exercise.....but I can't stay stopped for too long without giving in. Oh, well.....tomorrow will tell.

Gotta go....hope you all are in a better mood than I am today!

Hi Ladies!

Well, got the car back last night. Got it home but haven't really taken it out...too chicken I guess. Have to get over it! Would like to take it to the beach one day and watch the sunrise.

Back is bugging me today. Can't decide what it is...debating taking some meds for it. Hate the way they can make me loopy. I think that it's my hormones kickin in. Always seems to cause a back problem.

To be honest, haven't really been following a diet. I need to get myself together but it's so easy to fall back on old habits. Old excuses.

Well, hope this finds you both cool and comfy. Woke up to humidity...nothing like coming out of air conditioning and having to defrost your glasses! Take care!

Deb

I DID IT!!!!!!! 3 LBS GONE THIS WEEK!!


Can't stay long today.....hope all are ok.

Angel Lover- GOOD FOR YOU! I gained....Not to much to say about that. I think I ate too much salt this week. Comfort food..I haven"t had a gain like that in a long time... Didn't walk as much. Excuses...Excuses.............Joanne

Hi Joanne..Sorry you didn't lose this week. We're gonna have those weeks, you know. They're not very much fun, are they? I believe, you'll get back to losing, though...especially the way you're faithful to walk.

Just don't get discouraged....like you said....you probably know what caused it, & can work on it.

I had a good report at the dr. He was elated at my weightloss. (23 lbs since he last saw me) I have 3-4 drs at all times. He's my general dr, so I go to him every 3 months...therefore...surprise! I known him & the nurses a long time, so they all carried on, & of course, made me feel good.

It's been a long week. Hope to have a relaxing weekend. Wish you a very nice one, also

You are really doing good Angel-Lover... You should be proud of yourself.. It seems that we get those days when we want to eat everything in sight. ...My daughter will be coming for a couple days. She is good to get me back on track. She is a size3. No extra fat anywhere on her. I wish I had the will she has. She exercises no less than 1 1/2 hours a day and some days more. I haven't done so well in the exercise department this week.
Motivation is low and I need a kick in the behind I guess. I always hated exercise. I do like to walk. It is just the getting out to do it. I have to give myself the pep talk before hand.
Have a good weekend...Joanne

Hi Joanne & Grasshopper....I'm going to be taking care of step-dad for a couple of days (he's having surgery)...& I'll be in & out of the house. Don't know how much time I'll have to post. If I come up MIA....I'll be back soon as I can.

In the meantime...get motivated! Do your walking.... or.... (whichever you feel like doing!hehe)eat your fruits & veggies.... stay away from desserts...... cause you know you gotta weigh again!!!

I am really mischievious sometimes!!!! HEHE I just wanted to make sure you missed me, til I get back! (after this....you may not want me back.LOL)

Honestly...take care.

Hello Angel-Lover and Grasshopper....Taking care of parents can be one of two things. Easy or a pain in the neck. I am a retired nurse and for the last 17 years of my working it was in a nursing home. At the same time we had several family members who needed care. Who do they call? Me!They said I was the one to do it. Thank God for my sister. She was a big help with our mother. She is always there when I need her.
You know I need motivation. I walked abour 45 minutes yesterday and at the pace I walk it was almost 2 1/2 miles. maybe more. I didn't get out today. Not up to it. I am seeing a Dr. tomorrow. I am pretty sure he is going to have me get a colonoscopy.. I hate those things. I need to find out what is causing the pain in my stomach. It might just be nerves. I always blame everything on nerves..
I need to get all the snack foods out of my house...
Bye ...........Joanne

Hi...everything went fine with my step-dad. Things weren't as bad as the dr thought, & he actually got to go home last night! That was a nice surprise.

Joanne....I'll be thinking about you....let us know what your dr says today. I hate colonoscopies, too! Sometimes, we've got to do these things, though.

Take care....

Hi Joanne and AngelLover,

Joanne, I'll be praying for you! Hate those types of test...okay, I hate all tests but not much can be done about it. Have you considered your medication might be the trigger. I think I ruined my stomach lining with all the motrin I took when I first injured my back. A lot of the medication I take now has warnings all over it about taking it with food.

Angel - Glad that your step dad's problem wasn't that serious and that he's doing better. Have to agree with Joanne...it's either fairly easy or a nightmare. I had to take care of my grandfather for about a year or so. Running back and forth to the hospital...dealing with paperwork...was very stressful. Shame that society doesn't give the caretaker more credit/help.

Me? I'm in a bad slump still. Back is acting up and had trouble just putting on my pants today. Nice! Hey, I have to laugh because crying just doesn't cut it. Wish I could be more positive.....not cooking and eating out a lot. Have a ton of excuses, even really good ones, but they're not getting me anywhere.

Sorry to be such a drag. Hate when I get this way. Hope you both are doing well....

Deb

Grasshopper- My stomach was ruined years ago because od arthritc meds. I can't take any of them. I have the ulcers and the whole bit. I have to take Darvocet n 100 when the pain is really bad. I rather not take it so I will take advil instead. I thought that was what flared this up. It might have started it. But I think there may be another problem. We will see Wednesday. Hopefully it will be something minor..
Eating out is nice,but, I have to tell you it is not good for weight loss. The food is full of salt and fat. You have to be real careful. I went to Wendy's to have a salad. I asked for their materials on their foods. The salad I got ,that I thought was the best, was 400 cal. and that was before I counted the dressing which was the lightest they had.I find that Subway is the safest place to have lunch.
Put your chin up and keep on moving on. Everything passes. We all get into the slumps. "Nothing is forever"Hope you feel better
Hello Angel-Lover..I knew he was going to order a colonoscopy. I didn't know he was going to put me to sleep and go down the throat too.. It should be a good check..I will close. My stomach really is giving me a fit tonight.......Joanne