100+ to Lose Support Group Permanent Thread(Everyone is welcome)
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I worked until 1am. Dogs were ready for breakfast at 4 am. I didn’t feed or water because of boudreaux pre-op fasting. Took him in. Came home fed everyone. And hit to work by 8am.
Now I'm getting comments about the emails i sent at 1am. (Nothing bad, just that they noticed the time if day).
Very sad about that lady’s pup! I’ve never seen a dog have a seizure...that would be frightening. I’d feel so helpless.
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I don't know how you can do on such little sleep. I would be so useless! Nice they did notice your effort! I am sure Boud will be happy to get home! I am thinking maybe there was an underlying problem with that lady's dog. There are so many dogs that are out far more in this weather. Not much you can do with a seizure other than watch that the dogs airway is clear and he doesn't hurt himself. I would have kinda freaked myself I am sure.
Long day myself. Just lots of calls, emails and the like. I went to my son's house and he fixed a turkey marinaded in chinese kind of sauce, It was pretty tasty. They also made a homemade lime sherbet for dessert. Pretty good!! Time went pretty quickly!
I am going to supper Thursday and watching a play after. Should be interesting. Monday is my first day not planned for something. Small thunderstorms roaming tonite. My poor flowers need some sun. It has been cloudy for days!
The menagerie in my back yard is gone the last two days. It is quite strange...Hope I do not have a snake!
Don't work too hard...get some rest!! ...Jan1 -
I saw one snake on my property 8 years ago and i ran screaming like a schoolgirl....three men went to check it out and it had gotten away. I hope your menagerie returns and there is no snake.
That turkey does sound yummy. Enjoy your supper and play tinight! I love life plays, although I rarely go ($, time, work).
I got Five new projects today. Then another guy sent me a request. I asked when he needed it. He responded telling me how important it is. I replied I’m tied up and need to know if you can wait until Monday. He continued about how important this is. He never said when. So I sent the requests on his behalf with him cc’d....including to that dept mgr asking if anyone is available to assist. In his follow up email to them, he said “I need this today.” Sigh. It’s not brain surgery...it’s communication.
Boudreaux is doing well after surgery. I’m Taking Oscar to the vet today for prescription for fireworks and thunder.
I slept well but I’m still so exhausted. Brain is fried.1 -
I get it!! people do not really communicate!
I have a big Hawk...explains everyone laying low in the backyard!
Supper before dinner...The Ethyl burger, chicken fried steak or giant BLT. Decisions for restaurant before play, lol...Play is a non professional number..but good, lol...$10..
Glad Beud is doing well!!
We Miss You Roger!!
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We really do miss you Roger! We keep visiting Vix group for updates. So glad that your brother and sister are there with you.
I like Hawks better than snakes! I suppose that’s because I don’t view them as a threat to me. But I know they could snatch my chihuahua Spike.
I would choose the burger or BLT...I’m not a fan of chicken fried steak. Hope you enjoyed the meal and play.
For storms and fireworks, vet prescribed CBD treats. I’ll let you know how that goes.
Because work was so busy, I canceled my lunch date with friends.
Happy Friday!
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Roger - I found six cents in the grocery store parking lot! Thought of you. Actually, I will always think of you when i find change! 👍1
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Hi!
Sorry your lunch turned into work, bummer!! Southern girl..could not turn down the chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes and Fried okra. The play was really good. good vocals. Things went really well until I went home. Stopped for a drink at Mcdonalds..Turned expensive. Got the front of my car clipped by a car that I think had no headlights on. It is cosmetic damage to front end and grill. I was very lucky. The car never stopped. I am fine, really freaky. Sure wish I would have gone straight home.
It was a long Friday....
That was neat, you finding Rogers change..!! Glad his sister came.
I have a brunch to go to at 10 am. A little shopping to do Sat. Wish I was just staying home...
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Hi Jan - sorry about your car. Glad you’re okay and that it’s not too bad, but that is upsetting!
Boudreaux and I went on a 7-mile walk. I carried him the last 1/10th mile because he was done! He was so happy to be back in the air conditioned car. Now we’re home and he’s napping. My feet and right knee hurt. It was in the low 80s, but Boudreaux was panting heavily.
Friday night, they gave me a work task due Monday. I said I’m out of town. My brain needs a rest!!!! And k need to catch up on housework.1 -
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Good for you!!! Sometimes your brain just must rest!!! & 7 miles!! My gosh girl...that is awesome!! I am so impressed!!! Boudreaux did not look like a light dog!!! Bless him!!!
Brunch went well. Still need to shop. It is for church donations so I must get out!! May is getting tired of my running around!!
Sunshine returns...My roses are so happy!! Insurance did not seem too put out with me..Just need to get my estimate and it should be fixed in a few days. My lady though my rates would not change..we will see!!
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Boudreaux weighs 55 pounds. At the end of that hike...it was challenging to carry him. But i was worried about him.
One beneyof recent hikes is to understand my physical limitations. I don’t want to sign up for a walking tour that is too hard for me. Very glad that Ireland is much cooler than Texas! So that will help, but 7 miles is a safe max for me right now.
Happy for your roses to have sunshine! And hlad that insurance shouldn’t be problematic for getting your car repaired.1 -
Bordreaux is just adorable. He would make a great cuddler!
Woke at 4 am and was on the go all day. I can barely drag to bed.
So impressed by your walking!! That is quite an achievement!!
Hoping for quiet day Monday! Take care!! ....Jan1 -
Hope you get some rest...or at least have fun to make up for the early start to your day.
After that 7 miles walk, my knees were hurting so badly! I bought new shoes for my trip...Brooks Ghost 11 (men’s because I have wide feet). They are so comfy. Lost of shock absorbers.
I went totally off keto for the weekend! Em and I went to Olive Garden and i ate mire carbs than i had in 2019! I felt sick. I’m back on keto today.
Lousy work day. I think that’s not going to surprise you.
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Down to 2 wks!!! That is going to go so fast!! Glad you found some comfy shoes!! I still can not believe you did 7 miles!! That is sure good practice for Ireland!!
I have not done well the last week. Especially the last few days. stress eating, and I know better!
No, not surprised about work..but then when you do have a good day.it makes me happy!! They do not know how lucky they are!!
I am going to get my estimate for my car on Tuesday. I just have to pay my deductible. I guess it could be worse. I still feel very fortunate in how everything unfolded.
I did some throwing out today while cleaning. That felt good!! Miss you Roger! Prayer going up!
The prayer team at my church is praying for Roger, too.
Guess I will be lonely on this site till you get back, Val... Take care. 1 -
Oh no, I don’t know if I’ll be able to log into MFP. I know my cell phone won’t work outside the US (Virgin Mobil doesn’t offer an international plan) but hotels have wifi...so I might be able to get in that way. I’ll try! But if not, I’ll be home late on the 26th. (I leave on the 15th.)
I just took six 13-gallon trash bags full of clothes and stuff to Goodwill. It does feel good to organize and hand-off things we’re not using. Good job!
I’ve been good on keto today but eating too much! Hope you get back in your healthy eating groove.
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I will be getting my car fixed on the 15th. At least it will not interfere with any plans I have, It was 93 or 94 today. but with the humidity, it makes it inthe 105 range again. It is like living in a sponge!
Traffic is so bad in parts of the city. Not much incentive for going out, At the house here it is blessedly very quiet!
You really got rid of some major things!! I am afraid I did not clean that extensively.
Take care! hope you get a bit of break for the holiday!! ...Jan 1 -
Hi Jan (and Roger when you vome back). This past weekend i had eaten tons of carbs (multiple servings of fettuccini Alfredo, bread sticks, abd sugary desserts). I was afraid to see the damage kn the scale. Yesterday I was 100% keto, so today I assessed the damage. Amazingly (luckily), I’m only up one pound. I was really expecting to have gained 5 pounds. Once I broke keto, the carb cravings were tremendous. Yesterday was a little tough. Hoping today is better as i get back into ketosis.
Today and Friday should be rather quiet at work. Lots of folks on vacation. I’m assigned to three projects but the government hasn’t released them yet...we never know exactly when before they’re released. So, I might be slammed.
On FB I found another junior high friend. I’m enjoying reconnecting.1 -
If you get back on keto you will get to losing again. But you can not go too long eating carbs or all of a sudden you will gain really fast!! Good incentive to cut back!!
I miss Roger's steady sensible advice. He was afraid going into surgery he would be struggling more than we thought. Seems he has been in the unit a long time....
I have been kind of out of control myself. Wat too many carbs! My Dr. will have a fit when next I go!!
Great to connect with old friends!! Hope you get a bit of a rest today!! Jan 1 -
I’m having a lovely 4th. I went hiking with my ladies’ group...steep hills were hard on ny knees. Then after we went to Panera. I stayed keto and we talked and laughed for 3 hours. Today’s park doesn’t allow dogs.
We’re going to a different park on Saturday (it’s like we get two Saturday’s this week!). The next one is the 7-mile hike. This park allows dogs, but i so enjoyed going out afterwards that I’m probably going to leave Boo home.
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Today I worked a half-day, now I’m waiting for an oil change (2 hours so far...guess a lot of folks had this afternoon off). Tomorrow the ladies go on another hike, then Sunday we’re going to the movies. Just one more week until vacation.
Yesterday was a miracle. For a decade I have dreaded July 4th and new years because they cause my dogs tremendous stress and I’m up all night trying to help. Vet prescribed CBD dog chews...and my dogs...the ones who always panic and freak out...were just fine! They weren’t groggy at all, they just were completely unconcerned about the fireworks. I’m amazed. I was really skeptical and now I’m just amazed and grateful. I hate seeing them stressed and panicking. We had a peaceful lovely evening.1 -
Sounds like a huge uptick in the quality of life!! Roger would be so pleased!!! Wonderful about your walk and your group! Betting it helps you cope with work too!
I know you cannot wait to go on your trip!! Wish I was coming with you!!
That is amazing about your dogs!! The CBD apparently does the trick! Several people here swear by it!!
We had a relatively peaceful nite. A few fireworks local from 7-10ish. Then quiet.
My A/C froze around 5 pm last nite. I turned it off but no air this morning. My A/C co came this afternoon and replaced the blower. Under warranty so no charge..Lord was I happy!!!
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So glad they fixed your A/C quickly and no charge!
I had a great day today. Hiking with the ladies (ran into a wonderful former boss while hiking), then breakfast with the ladies, then walked the mall with Em and had frozen yogurt. Then swimming with Em. I’m emotionally starting vacation now (even though I still have one week of work left).
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So happy about you getting out!! Great pic! It is amazing what change can make happen!! I am all for you starting that vacation early!! No one is more deserving considering the hours you put in...of quality work I might add!
Church today..May May is being lazy and did not spend much time outdoors..so May need to skip my class as the rest of church will be a bit. I love the people in class, so I hate to miss that part. My birthday is Monday, so I know there is a chocolate cake for me from small group..can not miss that part...
Mu daughter surprised me with 12 homemade frozen gourmet dinners for my present! Everything from East Indian food to Mexican, French, Moroccan and Southern cooking! I will not have to cook or buy for almost 2 weeks! Best gift ever!!! Miss you Roger! 1 -
Happy Birthday Jan! I’m so glad that you were born; I’m honored to be your friend. Enjoy your day with friends and chocolate cake too. That’s a wonderful present from your daughter! Delicious and practical too.
My ladies hiking group went to see Aladdin yesterday. It was really nice. I couldn’t go out to eat after because right before the movie I received an urgent request for work. There are only two of us that can do that task...sobif I didn’t, it would fall on my best work-friend who is often even busier than me.
Today I drop Boudreaux at the vet...anesthetizing fir stitch removal. And I’m heading to the office.
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Hope you had a super birthday.
Boudreaux got his stitches out today. He gets anxious when he’s away from me. Does well at home because he’s learning that I come back. But at the vet, he was scared. Since I’ll be away for two weeks, I’m worried that he’ll feel like I left him. So with the vets recommendation ive started him on CBD oil twice daily. I don’t want him to be sad. My young adults will spend more time with the furballs when we’re away.
I went to the office today. I got compliments that i look happier and more relaxed (I feel it too).1 -
I just can't believe how much happier and relaxed you seem!!! All these changes turned out to be such a positive step!! Who knew just a few short weeks ago having such stress from the rescuing would end up leaving such room for positive changes, growth and more personal happiness! I love when life does that!!
Thank you for the birthday wishes!! I am honored by your post..things like that are the best gifts ever!!
I had a quiet day with a friend, just having lunch and then talking for hours. That is why I am up late..Just kind of unwinding..lol...and I fell asleep for about 20 minutes around 930 pm...So, I am up for a bit! Just a good day with lots of well wishes by phone and texts..all within about a 15 minute period of chaos this morning..that was pretty funny!
Glad that Boudreaux did well with his stitches and is home. That oil will help I am sure! That is the worst thing about vacations..when you have to leave the furbabies!! Your vacation will probably go too fast and you will be busy..that always helps. He will be fine and will love the reunion!! No doubt that will leave a great impression!!
Practically vacation day!!!!1 -
Good morning. Not much happening here. Lots of work but that’s okay. Trying to pack and make sure my paperwork is together.
Hope you have a happy Wednesday!1 -
Wheww..The last few days do seem like whirlwinds! Any packing is nerve wracking as I remember, though I rarely forget something.. just the idea and that time before you go!! Excited for you!!! Thank you so much for my birthday card!! It was absolutely adorable!! I chugged my way to the mailbox and there it was!!! I do not go every day..and that is my bad!!! It was probably there earlier...But today was the perfect day and I needed it!! I joke our family has a birthday week, because we all can not seem to hit one day!!
I am a little behind as my daughter is writing a book. Or should I say four. She has been writing it off and on, but has really fleshed it out the last year and a half. Anyway, she finished book three so we went to celebrate by having lunch. I was reading the whole thing yesterday afternoon and part of this morning..And she sent me the first 2 chapters of book 4. It is historical romance/mystery with a time travel twist. The books 2,3, and 4 tell backdrops of book one, each involving a different character from the first book in overlapses, yet each story is also complete. Book four will tie everyone from all the books and totally complete the whole mystery. I am biased of course, but think it is pretty good. Ever finding a publisher is a whole other matter! Editors tend to not want to know about series books, yet her concept is unique. I thought the books got better as she wrote, not always the case. I liked her first one alot..I have read many not as good..of course, we have similar tastes!! I would be really excited for someone to pick it up! She has not pushed for a publisher for the first book really, as she figured she better have the rest pretty well done. Probably way more than you might want to know!!
But that is where I have been!!
Again, thank you so much for the card!!! Best ever !!! 1 -
Our family does birthday month! I’m glad it arrived and brought you a smile. 💙
That book series sounds neat! My hat is off to her. I’m a technical writer and have close to zero creative writing ability.
I don’t have cable anymore but i hear a hurricane is heading for Louisiana...is that going to affect your area at all?
I’m actually getting a little nervous about my trip. But that’s probably because I don’t get out much. You know I’ll miss my dogs.
Long day at work, not bad, just long.1 -
Last I heard New Orleans was flooding from it offshore. Not sure if texas might get any. Then it is a guess to its direction. Our rain went up to 50-50, but we will get more, or less on the tract it takes. At least we should get some. Parts of Al. need it pretty badly! I could not do your technical writing..I wouldn't even know where to start.
Being nervous is way normal!! My daughter travels a lot, and still gets that way some.. I gets better once you make your flight, too!! 1 -
I did Meals on Wheels today. I went with 2 other friends from church. We had a good time doing it. We do it again on Friday!! I was beat when I got home. I just woke up and did not realize I had been napping. Hope I can get to sleep so I can wake up!!
I will leave off writing on the column some when you go, but check in.. Do not feel you need to if you get rushed or pressed for time. I will write on Vix's a little more... Hope the weather from Barry does not give you all any trouble. Al. needed the rain more than poor La. does. Rescues there scrambling with no where to put outside dogs. Heartbreaking....
Stay safe!! Almost there for vacation!!! Jan 1
