Good morning everyone!

2fru- Wow! It sounds like you have had a pretty rough day. Thank goodness that the cager didn't run into you or that you got hurt, but that is maddening when people drive that way. After you kick some butt tonight, just relax and take a hot bubble bath that might ease some of the days tensions.

Gina- I have never heard of Merrels. I will have to check into those. Thanks for the suggestion. What kind of working out are you doing at the moment?

It's another raining, cool day here. It was like this yesterday, too. I wish that I could stay at home in bed with hubby...

Have a GREAT day everyone!

Hi Chicks -
Sorry I have been MIA, but somehow on Tuesday morning I got a bug and had to go to my mom's to lay down and recover. Well when I got there it turned into a stomach ache, chills and fever.... Mom took such good care of me I didn't want to leave, but at 4:30 I drove home to DH..Who took over a head nurse.. Anyhow I was almost entirely better yesterday but thought I'd better just relax under covers with the tv on for good measure.....
- I missed the Biggest Loser and Dog. Somehow this bug put me to sleep even though I tried to fight it..... I hate missing both of them. I can't wait now to see Dog's braids. Beths hair is also different and her makeup.....Now all she needs is to be repo'ed and taken to "What Not To Wear" and Dog won't be allowed on the set....lol
Went to my doctor last night and I have accomplished my goal with the kegel exercises, doc says we can now schedule my pro-lapse surgery - go-trina-go-trina..lol
Will be glad to get that out of the way an on to bunion surgery.......
Hugs to all you chicks.......
I'll go back and read your posts later and post again.....
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Andrea - I'm still walking -usually twice a day, once at work with work buddies and once at home with the dog. Every other day I hit the gym for ellyptical and weight training. I really like walking. It's relaxing... and I like to watch the seasons change. I try to change where I go, when I have more time I drive the dog to the river and hike along the bike/horse trails...
2Frust - I bet that guy watches out for bikes now!!! I know I would after a hysterical biker chick was banging on my windows. Good for you!! Hope today is going better. Its hard to envision it can be much worse. God forbid!
Star - glad you're feeling better!
Holly - wishing for a nice warm day for you!
Harleymom - Hi!!!

Star- I was wondering where you were at! I'm glad that you are feeling better now. And that your Dh is (I'm sure) a great head nurse. Isn't amazing that moms always seem to make you feel better no matter how old, independent, or badly you feel?!?! There are days when I feel sick or just upset and the only thing I wish that I could do is cuddle on my moms lap, have her tell me a story, and go back to being a kid...

I remember when I was younger I was in such a hurry to grow up. I wonder why I felt so rushed? Being grown up isn't all that its cracked up to be...

I know what Kegel exercises are, but whay do you mean by pro-lapse surgery?

I have watched Dog before but I'm not a regular viewer. His wife kind of reminds me of Anna Nicole Smith in her heavier days.

Gina- That's terrific that you walk so much. How long do you walk each time? I am like you...I really enjoy being outside and watching the seasons change and just trying to zone out! When I workout I usually listen to music and daydream. I look forward to being able to daydream, which makes me want to exercise more. Isn't that silly?

Andrea - Yes DH is a great head nurse, he is very sweet and kind...and takes great care of his ole gal....lol And as my mom gets older, it gets scary.......And I agree growing up ain't all we thought huh?
Utro-vaginal pro-lapse surgery is when your private parts fall down and won't get up....or something like that. It can be in the front or back only, in my case and maybe becuz of my radical hystorectomy, it is both. My doc thinks this could be a major cause of my chronic constipation, becuz there is actually something in the way.
It is a day surgery and I will go home same day......and if it can correct my cc I can't have it soon enuf. But from 2 months ago when I went to see him for my yearly he told me to do the kegels to get ready for it....and they worked...My mom was funny, she could tell I was excited I could have the surgery now. I told her "my exercises worked" she said "Honey, thats what your really good at".....lol
About Dog and Beth - Beth is a trip and to me looks like a hooker. For one Dog picks out all her clothes. I think this season they have changer her make up, but not clothes. However, let me say that both of them have a heart of gold and I can't help but love em all ..........they are like underdogs winning or something?

Morning ladies

Star- What you described about the pro lapse sounds painful. Are you in pain? Hopefully you'll be getting the surgery done very soon. I can't imagine having CC. A couple days is bad enough, but having it all the time... you poor girl!

Not much going on here today. For a Friday, everyone at work seems to be in a bad mood. Oh well, I'm not! After work today I'm going to take a PG test. I am 2 weeks late, my boobs are sore, I'm emotional, and I don't feel achy like I'm ready to start. Normally I get awful painful cramps right before, but I don't feel that way now. Plus this weekend is my dad's birthday and I will probably drink a few beers or whiskey and diet cokes on Saturday and I don't want to take chances, so better find out for sure. I'm sure if I'd want to be or not...
Don't get me wrong, I would like to have kids someday, but...not sure that I'm 100% ready right now.

Well, I am 10 days smoke-free!! Most the time it doesnt bother me, but I am still on the patch and it does help. When Dh and I went for a walk last night I put on my hoodie (its chilly here) and when I put my hands in my pocket I found a pack if ciggys with 1 left in it. LOL.

Andrea - no it's not painful. I just have to drink a special tea or take Senokot to go like every other day (TMI - sorry).....lol
About your pg test, well from your post I don't know if I should wish you luck or what? You know, I never planned either one of my boys, we were gonna wait for the 'right' time. This way, God gives you the right time. I'm so thankful for them everyday, they were just what we needed when they came....maybe this will work for you that way. I'm not sure too many couples are sure about being ready. Well for now just let me say good luck. Your plate has been pretty full here lately. PM me anytime you want , with anything......hugs to you girlfriend.
Hi to everyone else.......Have a great weekend....

Holy guacamole...hope the PC test comes out how you want it to...congrats on your continued success at not smoking!! I guess if you are pregnant you'll be nice and healthy for it
I decided to wait until I was ready....I never was. No regrets...I spoil my nephews.

Another wacky Friday...maybe everyone is recovering from full moon?

Hope everyone has an enjoyable weekend!!

Hi ladies. Well no need for a PG test. It started. I guess in some ways I talk myself out of being pg, because I never am. I would really like to be at some point, but I figure that it has been over a year without birth control and no babies so I musn't be able to. Although, I have never agressively tried fertility treatments. We just do it and then see what happens. LOL!!! I really don't want to have sex just to get pg, I am still really just enjoying sex! Hehehe...sorry TMI... I have some friends that are more concerned about making babies than enjoying it. Some of my friends probably wouldnt touch their husbands if they couldnt make babies!

Well, you ladies have a terrific weekend!

Ain't nuthin wrong with that...

BTW - I forgot to answer your question about how much I walk - usually the work time walk is about 20-25 minutes. The dog walk in the evening is 30 minutes to an hour depending on the dog...some days he can't get enuf - other days he starts looking for the car after ten minutes. I swear he'd get into any car that had an open door some days... some kinda surprise for the actual car owner...a big ole Doberman hopping in for a hitch.

Andrea - to you....and there's nothing wrong with enjoying sex just for the thrill of it.....

You and DH have a good weekend and try and relax some huh, you deserve it.

Hi Hat Chick -
The girl across the street from us has a lab, it's just her and him. She taked him on his leash and she rollerblades behind him. Well maybe I should say she gets pulled by him....it is really funny to watch. We are very fortunate to live right across the street from a fitness trail that goes on forever. It's great that your pets help to keep you on the go and off the couch....maybe I should get one or two.......
have a great weekend everyone....

Hi all. Well I have been out of work for a few days school was on fall break was a nice time with my dd's. Finally got all the holloween stuff out and on the trees, lawn and front proch. Work but it was worth it. Hey I lost 5 lbs last week was so surprised and happy. One of my daughters is at home today getting sick every hour or so . Must be a bug going around. I hope she is feeling better soon as she was out of class almost the whole week last week. Better yet I hope she doesn't give it to the rest of us. Well all stay healthy and have a great day!

Hello chicks!

Star, sorry to hear that you were sick...how nice to be able to have your mom take care of you for a bit

HarleyMom, hope your daughter feels better soon! and CONGRATS on being down 5!!!

Hi Rebel! hugs to ya, girl

Hi 2fru! wow, I am proud of how you let that cager know he was a #@*!

hello to everyone else!

ladies, I had a doc's appt today to check out the bump that's under the scar on my chin. He thinks it's still OK, just part of the healing process, but we'll keep an eye on it.

THEN...I had to spill to him, and it was really REALLY hard, I started crying right away and couldn't stop, but I'm struggling with depression, I think. I told him I don't isolate myself, I can't, I work fulltime, maintain a house and family, do hold interest in my bike, but I go through periods when I get so down, yes, even suicidal.

This is really hard to tell anyone, friends like you guys, or even a trusted family doctor.

And I told him that I eat right, and exercise at least 5X a week, which I know is something a doctor would ask about, to help.

About two weeks ago, my husband and I had an outpouring of emotions. I'l call it that, instead of a fight, 'cause it really wasn't an argument or fight. Just venting our resentments. When I told him of my intent to ask the doctor about my very down feelings, he resisted.....he won't go to marriage counseling with me, and he even didn't want me to tell a doctor, 'cause he thinks they're just too eager to dispsense meds that might have bad side affects.

Well, I have a very good friend who tells me that I should do whatever it takes for me to try to feel good, so that's what I'm doing. The doctor gave a two week supply of Lexapro.

I still can't stop crying about it, I don't feel that anyone who is sick should feel guilty about it, but about myself, it's different. Like if I was stronger, i could beat it, or if I had made different choices in life I wouldn't have brought it on myself. I hope this is just an extra-bad day that I'm having, I want to feel good that I'm trying to take steps to try to help myself.

thanks for listening, friends

Hi Girls....

Harley - Way to go on being down a whole 5 - that is a ton girlfriend. Hope your DD is better soon.....

Holly - Don't feel bad about looking out for yourself. All that means is that you are strong and you know there is an answer to your feelings. The way I see it, is that DH doesn't want you to seek help becuz he doesn't understand it. Maybe he see's it as if it's his fault. When really it doesen't have to be anyone's fault. Be proud that you are smart enug to try and help yourself. Your doing all the right stuff. Sometimes we just can't do it all ourself (no matter how bad we want to). Hang in there and I will say a prayer for you.....HUGS

Andrea - Hope your weekend was good.
Hi 2FR and Gina girl.......
Hugs to all....