WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JULY2015
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We are such a busy bunch and always something happening with someone. A person couldn't ask for a better bunch of friends.
Margaret MN - Those are some gorgeous flowers, I've never been able to grow them. The salad is so inviting. I sure wish I had strawberries this year.
Lisa - I'm sure that purse was worth every penny. We all saw how interesting and attractive it was.
Carol/Peach - Supper sounded delicious however I could never resist garlic bread.
Heather - I think you do need to share your experience with your children but have no advice as to the best way of dealing with it. Many will be helped by your memoir. I am awed by your bravery.
Sylvia - Thanks, enjoyed that especially #10.
Grits - There are good people left in this old world. Such a nice thing to happen to a nice person like you. Hope you feel better soon.
Kim - It must feel amazing to own you business free and clear.
This morning I went to watch DGD swim. She is so funny, full of life and all around cute. I hope I get a chance to watch the other swim this summer.
Coffee and then my DD and DGS came to help me whip the house into shape. I am not sure yet whether we will be hosting a get together on our deck before the Street Wheelers on Fri. night. DH was so weird about it last year that I don't really want to invite people if that is the way he is going to be but on the other hand I so enjoy having them here. At least the house is presentable again.
DGS took bottles/cans from our house and his own. He and his sister are hoping to go to Calaway park on Wed. and now they have $50 for that.
DD looks stunning in the maid of honour dress for Cuba in Feb. I am so happy and proud to claim her as my daughter.
Supper was leftovers which gave me time to put heat on my shoulder.
My DGD in Vancouver phoned to thank us for the necklace. It was so good to hear our voice. I hope we get to see her and DGGS if we decide to go that way. She is very anxious for me to meet Jennita.
Loving Life in Lethbridge
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Carol — Really sorry to hear about your recovery problems after surgery. I can understand how depressing it must be for you being unable to move as you wish and do as you want. Privacy and independence are important for what we see as a "normal" life, and pain is such a limitation. Vent as much as you like. That's what we're here for.
Tuliplor — I have the same problem battling the urge to snack in the evening. Sometimes I find it helpful to brush my teeth. That sort of puts a psychological lid on the day. Tells me "No more food!" My own strategy for both grazing and healthy snacking is to cut up a pound of veggies first thing in the morning and have them eaten up by bedtime. My repertoire includes carrots, rutabaga, bell peppers, snow peas, parsnip, beetroot, celery, cherry tomatos, cucumber, broccoli stalks (I don't like eating the buds raw), zucchini, cauliflower... The whole pile is usually around 170 calories so I get lots of vitamins, minerals and fiber at a very low "cost". It took my stomach a while to adapt to 500 g of raw vegetables but it's no problem now. Quite the contrary: it makes me feel great!
Kim — Fantastic about your mother writing a check and releasing you from the "bondage" of servicing a loan on your business. Great!0 -
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Yoga this morning - got to get ready.
Kim - it sounds as if your relationship with your mother is getting on to a better foot. My mum also did some unexpectedly generous things when she got old. They know they can't take it with them.
Michele - Amazing plank! I am only doing 1 minute now as I found trying to do reslly long ones was putting me off and I wasn't doing them at all.
You are very determined! :flowerforyou:
Penny - I'm crossing fingers for the strawberries!
Still haven't heard from my cancer buddy about tomorrow. :ohwell: Will text her later. Don't think she is very good at emails.
Love to all. Heather UK
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morning friends~
up at 2:30 am because the crazy dog decided to bark his fool head off..
Carol~so sorry your feeling yucky....wishing you a speedy recovery...
need to go grocery shopping but have to look at the low phosphorus list to see what I can eat.. I usually have 2 cups od tea in the morning and love to have a splash of 1/2 and 1/2 in it, just looked at the container and it has phosphates in it
Jean (DSIL) is feeling much better and our friends that are visiting up there got Faith(Jean's mom) down to the lake and got her sitting in the water and on a boat ride.. she hasn't been in the water for 10 years, and Jean was just thrilled..
well I stepped on the scale and I thought i had gained a bunch but still the same.. I haven't lost , but haven't gained..
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Good morning ladies! We are going to Bins, good primer, the floors where we tore out the carpet. It will cover cat and dog urine. With DH's asthma and allergies to cats we decided to lay linoleum up stairs where we have 2 bedrooms and the secret room. The one bedroom will be for the DGSs and the other a guest room. So much work to do!
Penny - your garden looks like a fortress! Nothing is going to get into it.
Barbie- thanks for the ideas. I need to learn how to put music on my iPhone. Maybe my 11 year old DGS will be able to show me!
Grits- great compliment! That is a perfect NSV!
Carol - hang in there it will get better!
Sylvia Very interesting information about depression. I am going to see if it helps. I have been really crabby lately. No more mrs nice guy!
Yanniejannie- Do you have blueberries at your house or do you go somewhere to pick?
Michele - I love playing dominoes. Very relaxing. When you hold your plank for 2min45sec is that 1 time ?
Kim - that is so awesome that your mom did that for you. Congratulations on being a business owner and your own boss!
Sharon- it sounds like you are very fortunate to have your family close enough to enjoy your grandchildren.
Heather - I hope you get a hold of your friend.
Allison - I'm glad that you are getting back on track. I also need to be more diligent. At least you didn't gain!
Have a great day everyone!
Mary from Minnesota
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Mary from MN....when you said you'd ask your DGS to show you how to put music on your iphone, it reminded me of when I first had a computer in my first grade classroom and a 6th grader came to my classroom to install the disk drive for me.....I do planks and time each one individually....I started with 30 seconds and added a few seconds each time until now I can hold them longer....I usually do them as part of my weight training and try to do three of them mixed in with other stuff...I do my weight training with something good on the TV so I am entertained and distracted especially while holding the plank.Joyce, your taco salad plan at the Mexican restaurant sounds very smart and healthy. Barbie 0 -
Thanks for getting this blog started...I am currently restarting my exercise routine. I have joined a local gym, have a stationary bike in my home. The most important thing is that I have to get moving. I love over 30 lbs to date and would love to lose an additional 15 lbs.0
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Carol, when I tore my rotator cuff and separated my shoulder, I could no longer comfortably fasten a bra. I am an old hippy, so I just go braless a lot, but then I don't live in the south. I do find that a cheap sports bra that goes on over my head works well enough and I can put it on without pain. I am talking about the type that look like a tank top with elastic for under the boobs. They usually are double fabric in front. Might be worth picking up a couple until you feel better. Also, regular bras can go on over your head if you don't fasten it as tightly. Or you can put it on around your waist, fasten it in front, turn it around and pull it up. It helps to bend over and rearrange things after you get it on. I am reminded of Acid Annie's comic strip- the best bra is a sweatshirt!0
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Carol in NC – just sending major hugs… being in pain AND horrible things happening to you is worth having a good cry, as DJ said…
YannieJannie – did you know hostas are supposed to be edible? Check it out-- https://scottishforestgarden.wordpress.com/2012/05/07/hostas/
Kim – so very cool that your up/down relationship with your mom ended up with her knowing what was most important to you! So pleased for you, and her.
Tuliplor – Quest protein bars also have 17 grams of fiber, and only 1 gram of sugar. If you’re near a GNC, they often carry them in single bars—and I would highly suggest trying a few before you buy a lot. I think Heather in the UK also keeps these around. They can be expensive, but if you order direct from the company, you can get them down to a little less than $2 each. For 20 grams of protein and 17 grams of fiber, it’s worth it to me… plus they don’t feel they have to coat them in chocolate to make them palatable. They do have chocolate flavors, if you like them, but I find those to be kinda horrible. The best ones for my tastes are the Cinnamon Roll, Vanilla Almond Crunch, Peanut Butter Supreme and Coconut Almond…
Joyce in Indiana – I found myself doing exactly the same thing and fudging the stats on the amount of popcorn I was making… So, I bumped the calorie level up to what I was actually eating, and it makes me think about it before I eat it at all. We’re worth being honest, even when it makes us blink.
Even at 140 to 150 grams a day, the protein isn’t bumping me off the current stall… which has been eight days now. It bumped me past the 30-pounds lost mark to begin with, but hasn’t been keeping my losses consistent. At the same time, routine is so important to me, and keeps me so happy, that I’m tempted to simply drop the calorie count a couple hundred for three or four days and leave it at that. Hopefully, the math of CICO (calories in, calories out) will catch up soon enough to keep me from getting frustrated…
Writer’s workshop was kinda awesome last night – we traded reads, instead of reading our own writing, and it was fascinating hearing what I had to say in someone else’s voice. Really enjoyed it. We’re bumping our workshops up to once a week, which really makes me happy. It also gets me off the ranch, something that can be kind of hard to get me to do, since it’s a 45-minute drive into town. Most of the workshop also ran the 5K, as well—love being around a group of strong, smart women. Hmm, much like here!
For those who don’t know, you have a couple captive writers on the thread (the others poke at us to see us jump, since our minds are usually quite far away). For what we write, you can do a search on Amazon for Lisa C Hannon (the middle initial’s important) or Heather Eyles… Mine are a murder mystery and a collection of my op/ed columns, and Heather’s is literary fiction and children’s books…
Just for your amusement (and mine this morning…) a couple writer’s jokes:
Lisa H in rainy West Texas
July goals
Weigh less than I did at the end of June
Run farther than I did at the end of June
Steady calorie levels, 1400-1500 daily, 140-150 g protein daily.
Get the core work going, even if it’s only crunches.
Write 2500 words a day, every day in July. BISHOK… Butt in seat, hands on keyboard every single day. At 100 wpm, should take only 25 minutes, right? Do it.
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@Lhannon062709 Even at 140 to 150 grams a day, the protein isn’t bumping me off the current stall… which has been eight days now. It bumped me past the 30-pounds lost mark to begin with, but hasn’t been keeping my losses consistent. At the same time, routine is so important to me, and keeps me so happy, that I’m tempted to simply drop the calorie count a couple hundred for three or four days and leave it at that. Hopefully, the math of CICO (calories in, calories out) will catch up soon enough to keep me from getting frustrated…
I was hoping that monitoring my protein macro would help me with the weight loss also. No such luck so far. My body just does not want to give up the weight. Had my husband look at my CICO over the last several weeks to make sure I was accurate in concluding I should be losing and he agreed. Sigh...day #12 of the stall.....in for the long haul.
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Hi all! I'm Theresa; new to this thread, but been around since November 2013 when I had a gastric bypass. I started at 250; got down to 162 before TMJ Disease finally got me for real. Had to switch to a near-liquid diet about 5 months ago, then had my old joints removed and replaced with titanium ones in May, and while they were at it they pulled all my teeth in preparation for dentures. Not having teeth got me back into some bad habits, and I'm back up to 170. The process for dentures will start in two days, so it's time to get back to my bypass diet. I do have a Fitbit Zip, which I attach to my bra, and yes, that little puppy has made it through the washing machine. I do have to be careful about movement or I get dizzy, so I'm starting slowly. But here I am!
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Golly GEE Lisa. How the heck do you get in 140 grams of protein per day? I guess protein bars at 20 grams a shot would help... I currently have my protein goal set at 90 grams a day and I don't know if I've ever managed to eat that much in a single day. At least not within my 1200 calorie limit. *sigh*
After eight consecutive weeks of steady weight loss, I fear I'm moving onto that plateau both Lisa and Cheri appear to be stuck on. (Move over, girls!) I've had to cut down on jogging because of a sore throat, and I've also sinned once or twice, so maybe that's it.
I'll go out and run the weed whacker for a while, see if that helps any.
Speaking of weeds, here's yesterday's bouquet. It's a bit unorthodox. I was out walking and noticed a patch of stinging nettles where the tops were all purplish. That inspired me to pick a bouquet with a purple theme. So nettles, water avens, and a couple of grasses with purplish tops. I like the texture
/Penny at the Pole
July goals:
1. Maintain my pound-a-day veggie habit
2. Weigh and log food when I am cooking
3. Exercise restraint when I'm not cooking
4. "Choose my booze"
5. Exercise in some form every day
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Call me crazy but I love to see other people happy and succeeding .
Good Morning Ladies,
Carol, I did want to know how you are as well as the pain. And of course you can tell us how you really feel. How I really feel is so bad that on top of everything else you are getting depressed.
I really wish I could help. If we were closer, I’d drive you to work and PT. I’d walk with you some for a little exercise. I’d crack jokes to make you smile. Do you have to wear a bra unless you are going someplace? If not, tell your DD to go until the day you need her to drive you someplace. That is, if she is more stressful than she’s worth. I know that feeling from my DD. Gosh they can be exhausting. Just know that we love you and want a speedy recovery, so hang in there. ((((Hugs)))) OMG, your roof is leaking? Okay, just have a good cry and I’ll cry with you.
Sylvia, I don’t want to burst your bubble about depression but I have always been a people pleaser and was raised to be nice and I’m happy to say I have not ever suffered from depression except for right after the birth of my baby. But if it helps those of you that are depressed to be a little mean, try it out. Ya know, whatever works!
Bkrimpet, I have worn the tankinis for a few years. The ones that are pretty form fitting don’t really ride up. Although I do get the one’s that come down past my waist. They look almost like a one piece but are so much better when it comes time for a potty break.
Michele, great holding on that plank!! You must have a body with muscles like a board.
I don’t know about Pip, but my feeling is, “why mess up good liquor with chocolate?” LOL Okay, what is Mexican Train dominoes? That’s a new one to me.
Carey, Hi and bye. Thanks for stopping by but come back when you can stay longer and tell us what’s going on with you.
Kim, what a wonderful gift from your Mom!!! At least she realized that she was doing so much more for your brother. I just feel sorry for all the women over 60 that are caring for grandchildren of able bodied parents. I have a 73 yr old friend who does way more than she should have to for her grandchildren. It is taking away from her retirement and enjoyment of life. She loves them dearly, that’s not it, but she is just not in condition to do what she does.
Yannie, or anyone, with all the tankini talk I started thinking that I haven’t seen as many this year as normal. Are you all finding that is the case? I have two tops that fit okay but the bottoms were too big and baggy. When I started looking for new bottoms there just weren’t as many around. Plenty of bikini’s but I need “old lady bottoms” that cover the whole shebang.
Joyce, thanks for the picture. I didn’t know they were that big!!! I was thinking of something about the size of a table lantern or smaller, that I have seen somewhere. Wow, about your crunchy cereal on your yogurt; I don’t know how many calories it has, but I often use Grape Nuts and only allow myself ¼ cup because it is so high. You must use a big bowl if you were putting 3 cups in it? WE have to be honest with ourselves.
Allison, as far as I’m concerned, often no gain is as good as a loss. You know, when we think we will pick up a pound or two due to our behavior. Good for you, now will come the loss.
Mary, I’m sure you must have told us, but Ya know my CRS. What is the “secret room” at your new house? On the linoleum for upstairs, they now have some that look just like hardwood floors. Of course they have all kinds of neat stuff, so have fun shopping and fixing up.
Also, once the fix up is done and you can move in, remember that most of the decorating can wait. We often have a different feel for our house after we have lived in it for a year or two, so don’t rush into the things that can be put off a bit.
Miriam, I had not heard the Acid Annie comment on bras and I like it!!! “the best bra is a sweatshirt” Too bad that doesn’t work in the summer.
Lisa, you said, “We’re worth being honest, even when it makes us blink” when talking about logging our food. To me that is the reason we log at all, so we will think about what we are eating. OMG, I remember when I started on MFP and looked just to see what the calorie level was in many of my favorite foods….talk about blink!!
That was a real eye opener to me. If I eat something with 300 calories or more and “pretend” that is has 100, I don’t think MFP cares one way or another. But My body sure does. We have to be honest with ourselves or why waste the time to log it. (oops, climbing down off my soap box.) I like your jokes.
Cheri, I see you are concentrating on protein. Have you tried to limit carbs? I saw a doctor interviewed a few weeks ago talking about the plateaus of weight loss. He said to go as low carb as possible for 3 days, then back to normal healthy eating. According to him, this will often do the trick. It has somewhat worked for me on occasion. Good luck.
Theresa, welcome. You will find this a great place for support and information. You said you had joints removed and replaced..was that jaw joints? I hadn’t heard of that. Just take this one day at a time and work up to being the best that you can be. It is a life journey and not a race. Come often and chat when you’d like. Please sign each post with your name and a location, be it general or specific. Good luck.
Penny, I like your boquet. And stay away from those plateaus. They really aren’t as much fun as they look.
Pip, Good morning. Have a marvelous day.
to any Newbies that I missed. Come often and join in the chat. This thing works!! Please sign your post with what you want to be called. It makes it easier for us to respond to you. Also a location is great, be it specific or general. We are happy to have you join us.
DH just left to take the two furry boys to the beauty shop. Then he will go to a couple of stores while he’s out. When he gets home, we will go to Costco to pick up a prescription, buy a couple of things and eat lunch. I love their grilled chicken Caesar salad. I just have to remember to take my own low cal dressing. I normally bring home half of it and if needed will add chicken for lunch tomorrow. I have to go give myself a haircut and get my shower before DH gets back.
I hope you all have a successful, happy and healthy day.
Words I live by:
Savor. I have to slow down and savor every bite.
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Opportunity. Each day offers new opportunities for good health and happiness if we just look for them and choose them.
I Love you,
DJ
Myrtle Beach, SC
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Morning Pip! Someone suggested you visit the following place. We did and it was well worth it!
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Pool at the YMCA still not functioning correctly, water way too hot. I hope they get it fixed by tomorrow. So my plan for the day is two 30 minute sessions on the stationary bike and laundry. Does not sound very exciting.
@Kim that is so terrific that your Mom wrote you a check to pay off your business loan. So exciting.
@Grits - I have a chronic problem with sinus infection. Usually have a bad flare up a couple of times each year. Then I end up having to get a shot and oral antibiotics plus an antibiotic ointment for my nostrils. They are no fun. Hopefully the meds you have now will begin to help.
@Carol - ugh, I sure hope things begin to turn around soon. I too would just go brainless, but then I am "boobless"
who ever heard of a fat old lady with no boobs? ((((((Hugs))))))
@Penny - love the bouqet.
@Becca - I also could not view your pics on my tablet. I'll try on the PC.
Very rainy here for the next couple of days.
Janetr OKC
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Theresa - welcome! Sounds like you have had a lot to cope with. Good luck with the dentures. :flowerforyou:
Carol - I never wear a bra and haven't since my thirties. I like a fairly tight stretchy camisole that holds everything in. When I have to wear a bra I fell like I'm being crushed! I am small now but they were bigger when I was obese. But seriously, call in some favours from people! Don't be proud! :flowerforyou:
Got a Tea Dance tonight and should get the photo from the garden party last month. I've found a dress, (rarely wear dresses) in the spare rooom cupboard that looks vaguely 30s and have dyed my legs a bit browner. Resurrected some old buttoned "character" shoes I used to use for French country dancing and will wear them with rolled down thin socks, like in WW2 .
My yoga teacher has lent me some of her "best" frocks to try on for all my upcoming smart occasions. I haven't looked at them yet, but it's a sweet thought. It is certainly true that most of us so rarely get a chance to wear formal gear. I am pleased to say the last posh frock I bought, at a very reasonable price, has had four outings to date, including the garden party.
My friend texted back to say she IS coming tomorrow.
She left her ipad charger at her daughter's so hasn't had internet. She is someone I met on an adventure holiday for cancer sufferers, run by a charity. It was quite an experience! ! ! ! :laugh: I recently remet this friend for lunch in London so it's great to reconnect.
Pip - isn't it wonderful how you can clock up those miles walking around town. I walked like a demon in New York so didn't put on more than a pound despite some very indulgent meals. And wine. And beer! And cocktails!
Going to have a home made scone now, with a scrape of my apricot jam, just to test it! I think they are what you call biscuits. No carbs for my dinner though. But will be dancing tonight!
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Good morning!
I had to get to work early today for a meeting and then my meeting was cancelled at the last minute. Bummer. I got up early so I could get 20 min of Zumba in before work. Rained here yesterday and they are worried about flooding but so far so good. It's sunny but a cool 64F here right now and only supposed to get up to low 70's today. But, then it's supposed to hit 90 on Saturday. That is Iowa weather at it's best - if you don't like the weather, wait an hour and it will change.
Heather/UK - I'm not an expert, but I think your family would want you to tell them about your childhood. My view is from the other side of the fence. A close friend of mine was abused as a child and held it in for many years. Once he finally confided in me, it helped me to better understand him and also to better support him as he still tries to work through his past issues. I'm glad he told me and I think your children would be glad as well.
Lenora/GRITS - So sorry to hear you now have bronchitis. I tend to get it about once a year. A strong antibiotic usually kicks most of the symptoms for me, but the cough can linger for weeks. Hope you are feeling better very soon (and with no lingering symptoms).
Carol/NC - Sending you a gentle hug from the middle of the U.S. I think you deserve to be able to vent and we are happy to listen. I know it's hard to give up some independence, but I agree that maybe you could ask for some help from your church(s).
Kim - Congrats on owning your own business!
Theresa - Welcome. Sounds like you've had some struggles. Good luck with the dentures and getting things back on track.
Linda/IA
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Grits - Hope new meds help the bronchitis. Hooray for nearly being arrested!
Carol - So sorry that you are having problems. Sometimes life just hits you so many different ways BUT why does it have to do it when you are already on the floor? More hugs for you.
Kim - How wonderful of your mum to actually show how much she appreciates all you have done for her.
Sharon - Grandkids are so lovely, great-grands much be extra-special.
Lisa - Congratulations on run and the start on the beautiful quilt.
Sylvia - what a busy day you had yesterday. Hope today is a bit quiteter.
Joyce - I am happy to see new DGS few times a week for a little time but although I know it is stupid, the fact that he is named for my third son who was a SIDS baby just confuses things for me a bit. I will do my best but find it really hard. I don't think I have shown this to the parents (or at least I truly hope I haven't).
Heather - Dress for tea dance sounds great. Scone and apricot jam mmmmmmmmmmm.
Mary - Happy that you are managing to get settled into new home. It all sounds wonderful.
Cheri - What are you trying to do to me? Never heard of Ethel M chocolates but would be very willing to try them
. What a good job I am so far away and will never get to Vegas. Cadbury World in Birmingham is bad enough.
Welcome to all newbies and sending best wishes to all the rest.
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Gilly - I had to look the acronym up, but I completely understand how you must feel! Awful thing to happen. I had a stillbirth of a full term girl and that was awful enough. I hope you will get used to the name as the baby grows. :flowerforyou: My baby was called Kate.
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Becca – Very cute car. Hooray for stepping outside of your comfort zone and making your world a little bigger.
Cory17 – There are a lot of dietary restrictions immediately following by-pass surgery due to the stomach healing and needing to learn a new way of eating due to the smaller pouch and changes to the intestinal tract. For the most part you can eat whatever you want and can tolerate by the time you are 3 months out of surgery. Of course, if you want to continue to lose weight and want to be healthy you have guidelines for the amount of protein, fat, carbs and sugar that you should follow, but you really can eat pretty darned near anything which is why some people regain weight after surgery. You still need to learn a new way of eating to be successful. You also still need to exercise. The surgery is a tool to help you with the eating part of the weight loss equation.
The restrictions after the 3 month point are all in what you drink. I already explained about caffeine. There is also a restriction against using a straw to drink for the first year. This is because straws make it easy to swallow air which can be very uncomfortable and can make you falsely too full. After a year I still opt to mostly not use a straw, but I have learned how not to swallow a lot of air and can deal with it better if I do swallow air. The final restriction is supposed to be for the rest of my life – no carbonated beverages. Again, that air thing plus the sugar in soda is too high and there is no nutritional benefit to soda. That said, I have read information from bariatric clinics that the no carbonated beverage thing is nonsense. I don’t find this one too tough to follow so I’ll just stick to it because my doctor is a little more cautious and conservative on the issue.
Carol in NC – Pain can be really debilitating. It’s good to vent about the worrisome, difficult and uncomfortable issues you are currently facing. What I see in your post is some good self-awareness and a sense of humor struggling to overcome the pain. Stick with us and you will come out the other end of this.
Sylvia -mollywhippet wrote: »I read something interesting the other day regarding depression. Some scientists somewhere reported that there may be a link between trying to be "nice" and the onset or worsening of depression. Hmmm. Maybe there is something to that. I used to be a people-pleaser, trying really hard to be nice and I was horribly depressed. Even suicidal. In recent years, I have stopped trying so hard to be nice and my depression has eased up quite a bit. It could be meds, but I was on meds before and they weren't working. So, if you are currently suffering from depression, you might try not being so darned nice and see what happens.
Interesting thought. I too have found that my depression has eased up a lot as I have stopped trying so hard to be liked. Maybe that’s why I get so frustrated with my MIL when she goes into people pleaser mode. She reminds me of myself when I was in a head space that didn’t make me happy. Hmmm. Food for thought here.
Kim from N. California – What a lovely gift from your mom! Congratulations on now owning your business outright. That is awesome!
A Sky Lantern is like a miniature hot air balloon made out of paper. By now you will have seen the adorable picture posted by Joyce in Indiana of her DGD holding one.
Mia in MI
July goal:
Continue to honestly log food every day
Continue to meet PT one day a week for strength training
Start one hour a week of aerobic exercise
Stop Iced tea overload. 24 oz. iced tea daily plus 40 oz. water
Word of the month – gratitude
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Janet, I wasn't suggesting being mean. Just not working so hard to be "nice". I think there must be a middle ground somewhere. It probably means looking out for your own interests a little more than looking out for everybody else's.
Today my friend and I carried umbrellas in case it started to rain, and it worked. The rain held off till we were finished walking. If you have an umbrella, you won't need an umbrella. That's the way it works.
I'm really enamored with the hands free calling features in these rental cars. That's the one thing they have that I really wish I had gotten in our new van. So, this morning I ordered a Bluetooth hands free add-on device from Amazon. It had good reviews and only cost $20.
Hubby has decided that we are going to South Dakota on Thursday. No idea why or where we are going to wind up, but I made reservations at the doggie spa for our three crazies, and off we will go. He's just itching for a little road trip, now that school is out, and there was a PBS show on TV about Mount Rushmore recently. Must have given him the bug.
Well, I'm off to get the kids. Later, ladies!
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Lillian we got your hazy skies yesterday in Minnesota. We got a pollution alert to be careful with activities. This haze came after a 4 inch rainfall. I hope they get those fires under control soon.
Kim so happy for you that your mom came through for you!
Yanniejannie as I said most of my hosta is green or variegated. This is one of my favorite bunches near my patio that is different from most of the others I have.
Lisa find the idea of eating hosta interesting. I did try new milkweed last year too bitter for me. I guess the Native Americans would eat them like asparagus. I have yet to try fiddle head ferns from my garden too.
Michele you, pip, and barbie are inspiring in your consistency in exercising.
Becca my computer would not let me access your son's wedding picture.
Carol gentle ((((Hug))))
Chari poster :drinker:
Penny love the bouquet.
Heather the dance sounds like a blast.
Joyce love the sky lantern.
Sharon love how upbeat you sound.
Sylvia I have found that when I get into trouble with people pleasing is when I do something because I feel I have too. Before I do something for someone I ask myself is this something I really want to do. If it is not I still might do it depending on the situation. In some cases it make it easier for me to say NO! No is a wonderful word to establish boundaries.
I have mentioned this book before Emotional Genius. (Unfortunately out of print) I got a copy at a library.I liked how Karla MacKlaren (Not sure spelled correctly) discussed depression. The reasons for it are usually more than one and is personal to that individual. What works for one may not work for another. She does offer some interesting techniques to try. One of my favorites is to mentally write out your troubles. Then roll that paper up and send it off in flames. I can tell she believes in Chakra work, so if you have interest in that she might be worth checking out.
Gritsand sluts this is my Get Well wish for you. Since I could get the paper to print here I staged my own with a pair of my own flamingoes.
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Love the accountability and generosity here. Kudos to each of you. Sending good energy your way and best of luck on your goals. I go to community gym 4x's a week with home workouts (row machine, stretch, walk or bike) 2x's a week. 1 rest day, however, I try to keep moving on that day, too. A recent goal of mine is to extend 2 of my gym workout days to include group classes along with regular routine - fit fusion & yoga w/ weights classes. I'm petite, so try to stay at 1300 calories a day. Keep moving and thank you for the inspiration. Jean [retired educator and working part time] 0
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Lovely MNMargaret! Linda, I am in Iowa too, southwest of Iowa City about 20 miles. Where are you?
I have a library of books to help with depression. One of the best I found, that I could have written half of, is "How to Get Things Done When You're Depressed". It is full of short little tricks to help with lack of motivation and energy.0 -
I was gone for the weekend...watched what I was eating fairly well, though my logging was inconsistent. I'm back at it today.
I went for a long (sticky/humid) walk on Saturday morning with my sister and bro-in-law. They have been walking regularly for about 4-1/4 miles most mornings. For the first several minutes my back hurt a lot and my sciatica was creating a lot of pain as well. I kept plugging along at a good clip, though, thinking I might turn around and let my sister and bro-in-law finish without me, but then the pain lifted after about 15 minutes and I finished the walk. When I found out I had burned almost 200 calories, I thought, "Wow, I burn that much in 30 minutes on the Octane fitness machine at the gym--in air conditioning and without pain!" I got back home last night and was at the Y at noon to workout on the Octane machine. 235 calories burned in 30 minutes. As I walked out of the Y, I thought of how nice it is to workout this time of year in air conditioning!
Theresa, welcome. Be encouraged that you did not regain all of the weight you lost. You do have some serious challenges, but with determination and accountability here on MFP, you will lose the weight!
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