Easter Misfit Losers' chatting station
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Connie, I wondered about pet insurance, but we have 3 dogs and 3 cats. I think the premiums would be way to expensive.
Oh well. I just pray none of the others needs anything for a while!
It is so exciting that you are so close to starting your new home adventure. It will be lovely to pick out everything you want. I'm also excited to see how you do when you cut. What will your calories be each day during the cut phase?
I have my 3 week accountability session with pics and measurements and meal plan review next Wednesday. I pray for good results (even tiny ones!).0 -
Connie so happy you got the ball rolling on a new house.
Becky so sorry about your little Foxie
Faye. very Happy you found us. I need to do a new roll call to see if anyone else is missing.
Be Back in a bit Jerry needs some help
Marie
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Good Morning Misfits,
Hope all is well with you.
Finished exercise and ready for lunch.
Keep cool!!!
Nancy0 -
edited for space:lovesretirement wrote: »I could have kept starving myself and not losing, or eating and not losing.
Connie
A point that I am trying to keep reminding myself of. If I stop losing I will do a reset.
My spouse is begging me to do a caloric reset NOW. I've been unwilling because I'm still losing, even if it's a little slower than last challenge. He pointed out that doing "back-to-back" challenges is somehow hard on a body. I think it's hard on your body when you are do something drastic and push a short term program like that past it's parameters. I'm simply practicing a new lifestyle build. It's not temporary. The challenge is to keep me focused on the new path.
My think he wants me to loosen up on the personal reins because it's cramping his eating choices since we do so much together. It's not direct sabotage because he is really happy with the new losses and is very much looking forward to the future ones. He doesn't want me to be fat, he doesn't thinks a thin me will no longer love him. I think he's missing the freedom of all you can eat uncounted food days. Who doesn't at times?
Lately he's been pushing regularly for more eating out or drive-through options and I have to be extra vigilant when he does. Ordering pizza for example. So hard! He's like "Oh there is one more piece left, that's for you." UGH.
We go out, but I still pick healthy or very light items for myself. I try not to make or show any value judgement at all with going out or with what he chooses to get, but I can feel he's disappointed when I don't agree to share an appetizer or dessert or both like the old days. I say no to those options because frankly the temptation is too great and I can't afford those calories.
Today's will-challenge was McDonalds. I told him I already had breakfast, so not today for me. I let him head on through and order the egg delite sandwich, a fair option if you're eating McDonalds at all. One he knows I will generally say yes to. He tried three times to get me to buy one and seemed genuinely distressed when I kept saying No thank you, I've already had breakfast.
At least I didn't have to leave a breakfast already paid for in the bag. He's done that before, bought me one anyway. He knows it's harder for me when the money is spent and the food is there, I just don't want it to go to waste. If he ever does that again I'll give my sandwich to the next street person we pass at the next red light we hit, but I didn't need to today. He just ordered the one and didn't even waste time telling me how delicious it was. Progress I think.
I think it is an NSV to keep resisting these temptations; hopefully I can keep doing it and don't slip up. He will win the argument though if I don't keep losing during this current challenge. He'll say it's because I should have calorie reset.
I wonder why the two of us are so stubborn, but I sometimes wonder if he's right. That comes from not having strong enough self esteem and I'm working on that too. If you read this far, thanks.
~Eninad
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Hi Becky. Maybe you could talk to your vet about an "Angel Fund". That is a program that people can donate money to help others who have really big vet bills or can't afford the care. Maybe your vet could set something like that up for others. Our vet did that and she was amazed at how many people donate to the fund and how well the fund was accepted by everyone
Esther0 -
Esther, that would be a wonderful idea. I'll talk with my vet about it. I am blessed to have the resources to pay for Foxie's bills at this time ($1,150 for Monday and at least another $400+ for today), but many folks simply don't have the money when these emergencies pop up.
At first, I was a bit bummed that the extra paycheck I have coming (from going to 12 month faculty position instead of a 10 month position at work) would not be able to help pay off a bill I had planned to pay off.
But then I realized I should be thrilled that I have the extra paycheck in the very week I need it! Perspective is everything, eh?
The vet called and said that he is giving her Flagyl (antibiotic) to prevent diarrhea often associated with pancreatitis as is begins to move through the phases of healing/resolving. Diarrhea is the last thing I want, especially since it would only dehydrate her even more. He's also giving her an appetite stimulant to get her started eating again very slowly. I plan to take home and IV pump from my nursing lab to continue her IV fluids and IV pain meds at home tonight. I'll leave her IV in tomorrow just in case she needs more fluids. Good thing I'm a nurse. At least I will save the $ for another night in the vet emergency hospital. Don't know how much sleep I'll get though...
Becky0 -
Eninad, Great job sticking to your plan!
My husband also loves to share the social aspects of eating with me and would love it if I didn't ever follow a particular eating plan. He enjoys having a variety of different meals every night rather than the same two alternating. But, he's supporting me (as always) and going along with it. My hubby loves me no matter my weight, so that makes it hard sometimes.
Hang in there!
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Connie, I wondered about pet insurance, but we have 3 dogs and 3 cats. I think the premiums would be way to expensive. Oh well. I just pray none of the others needs anything for a while!
It is so exciting that you are so close to starting your new home adventure. It will be lovely to pick out everything you want. I'm also excited to see how you do when you cut. What will your calories be each day during the cut phase?
I have my 3 week accountability session with pics and measurements and meal plan review next Wednesday. I pray for good results (even tiny ones!).
I think you may get discounts for multiple pets, but not sure how much. Since, I got it, he has not been ill...go figure. It does not pay for shots or routine stuff.
We will go to the design store to choose Friday, and I am excited and apprehensive at the same time. It's moving so quickly that I have not had a chance to wrap my head around it! It will take about 6 months to build so I'm thinking January which will gIve us time to clean out and give/throw away stuff that we have stored in this one. We really have to wait until it cools down to work in the attic, though.
When I cut, it will be in the 1800-1900 cal range.0 -
@Eninad I think all this weight loss business is hard on hubbies. Mine has seen me through the good, the bad, and the ugly for 40 years! They love it that you are feeling better, your health is better, and with that "other" things get better, too.
But along with your loss, they sometimes lose that social aspect of having someone to eat with especially when they can eat whatever they want and not gain. I remember having to prepare two meals..one for him/kids and one for me! I was always resentful when he brought stuff in the house that was not good for me, and I would end up sneaking in the kitchen to eat some. And I so hate the line "one won't hurt you." Yes. It. Will.
Now it is easier because he is type 2 diabetic, and we both benefit from a healthy way of eating. Plus, there are no kids in the house!
You are so right...I am doing the calorie reset ONLY because I was not losing and should have been given all the exercise and 1200-1400 cals I was eating. Since you are still losing, push on! You're doing a wonderful job! We are here for you!
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Becky -I hope your dog gets better soon, it so hard seeing them sick, its like its your child.
Connie -Somehow I missed you all buying the house, that will be fun picking all your things out.
I have bad news, this morning my sister was rushed from the nursing home to the hospital, her respiratory breathing was bad, turns out she has pnuemonia again. She just had it on June 1st, they are admitting her. This is the 4th place shes been since May 5, so upsetting, we were expecting her to come home on Friday, now who knows when that will hhappehappen. It seems I have had nothing but bad news to report mostly since around the end of April. Atleast I am not letting all this make me pig out, I am still fighting staying in the 170's, today I was back to 180. I looked at my food diary earlier today and I am not doing anything different other than eating alittle more calories, so I definitely know the problem, I will start losing again, I am tracking all my food still and have everyday since I started this in February last year. I just need to quit going over on my calories. Well gotta go, my daughter and grandson are on their way over. Thanks for listening. Janice0 -
Janice........ I will pray for your sister and your family. My grandfather suffered from chronic pneumonia. He would get it at least once a month. But at almost 92 it got the best of him. Let's hope your sister can fight this bout off and finally get to come home. Hang in there. We are all here for you.
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Thinking of you and your sister Janice0
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Becky, I surely hope Foxie gets better soon. I know it is so hard to see them suffer.
So glad you are able to do the IV fluids. My Sissy (Pekingese) got really sick with an auto-
immune disease when she was 7y/o and she was in the ICU at the Vet. School for a few
days and they pulled her through. I stayed in a motel near the school and they would call often to let
me know how she was doing. She lived to be 17 years old and I so miss her every day. I
never regretted spending all the money on her for she brought so much happiness to me.
Connie, I know you must be excited about getting your new home. It might be a bit frustrating
at times but it will be worth it and will be fun.
Janice, So sorry your sister is having difficulty. I know it must be disappointing thinking she
was ready to go home. Praying for quick recovery from the pneumonia.
Eninad, Keep up the good work!!!
Esther, You have been rather quiet lately??? What are you up to!!!
Good night,
Nancy
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Eninad, I encourage my husband to go out to restaurants with his friends so he can enjoy the eating and I can avoid it. It took him awhile to get clear that I would refuse any food he offered me.
Becky, I am so sorry to hear about Foxie...our pets are so precious....when we have had illness with our pets, I remind myself (like you did) to be grateful that we have the money to pay for the vet treatment. Janice, sorry to hear the news about your sister.
hugs to all
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Thank you for your thoughts and prayers, I hope she can continue to fight, she has been thru so much. Janice0
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Hi guys. I have been up to my eyeballs in Busy today. I took a friend and daughter to the airport at 7 this morning. Took my oldest and her best friend to Art School at 9. My youngest had swimming lessons at 9:30. And I swim while she has lessons. We ate lunch with my mom at a local art gallery/restaurant that has local musicians that entertain during the lunch hours. And my dad was playing music with his friends there. Then at 1:00 my youngest had Art School until 2:30 so I wandered downtown and played Dodge Tourist while I waited for her to finish. I came home and walked the dogs around the block. At 5:00 I had to pick the older girls from their session of Art School. We have the best friend spending the night because her mom and sister are out of town. And to top everything off I found out yesterday an old swim instructor of both my girls is expecting a baby girl the end of August so I pulled out some yarn and I am now crocheting a blanket for her. Holy crap....... I just realized how busy I was today..... And then in between all the running around I had to stop at my friends house and rolling up her truck windows because it tried to rain today and she is out of town.
That's why I was a little quiet today....... So sorry........
Esther0 -
Good morning, misfit losers! Happy Thursday!
Esther..you were busy!
Faye..good to see you!
Janice.. I hope your sis will feel better very soon. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy..I'm determined not to stress about this process. It is a blessing, and I although I sometimes think we are too old to be doing it, I remind myself we have both worked very hard over the years, (especially my hubs as he is retired military) and we need to enjoy our retirement.
Marie..where are you??
It is sooo humid this morning! Cooper decided he wanted a short walk so I was happy to oblige him. Little does he know that he will still have a busy day as he will be going to the groomer in a few minutes! I don't have any real plans today other than errands while he is getting groomed.
Make it a great day, losers! Stay strong!
Connie
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Connie, our dogs are going to the groomer today, too. They get bows in their ears. Brandy likes hers and Sasha rubs her ears on the ground when I walk her so she can get rid of them as fast as she can. The reason I keep doing what I'm doing is that I want to be able to walk and be active and feel healthy for a long time....at age 30, longevity was not on my radar, now I think about it and it motivates me to continue my healthy behaviours. Barbie 0
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Morning,
Becky - Sorry about your cat being sick and hope he/she gets on the mend soon. It's so hard when a pet is sick.
Eniad- Keep on your road to losing. Don't let anyone sabotage you and your goal including your husband. Keep at it
we all need support each day to do this.
I am happy to report I lost 1.6 pounds this week. I hope to keep this up as I am posting it on my fridge. My summer has
been hard with going away so much and eating things I don't normally eat. My Yoga retreat had all vegetarian for the
weekend and I must say I did not miss the meat. I am back on meat again but that is always been a staple for years and
hard to quit, but I don't know if I want too. I will be receiving a Newsletter from the Retreat and getting tips and recipes
I can use. Dave and I went for a bike ride yesterday, the weather was perfect for it. He only went so
far he could feel his back acting up and I decided to go further. I did 12 miles yesterday but I must
admit after all the yoga on the weekend my back was hurting too. I am better today .
Looks like our company for the weekend will not come after all. They are both sick, and I would rather have them stay
home than bring it to us. So we will probaby go down to our boat and enjoy it at our own club.
Today is lunch with my sister so I better get moving.
Have a great day!
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Good morning dear friends What a lovely hot and beautiful day it is out side. Gonna be another hot one here in Texas.
Janice so sorry to hear about your sister Hope she is better today.
praying for her.
Esther you are a busy lady. Where do you get all that energy?
Barbie is just like the little bunny just keep going going Just like in the commercial.
Connie good morning to you. and have a wonderful day
Becky you have your hands full right now. Is foxie doing better this morning.
The kittens are following us around all the time.. When I got up this morning made my coffee went and sat down and yell out good morning and here they came. Now they have to be in the rooms with us.
I better get tings rolling. have a few things to catch up with. Got my pintos going. should be done by lunch time.
HUGS TO YO ALL
MARIE
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Good Morning Misfits,
Hope it is a good day for all of you.
-Connie, You are not too old to take on this building process. You deserve
to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Just enjoy each phase of seeing your new home
being built.
-Shirley, Congrats on your weight loss today.
Esther, You continue to amaze me with your energy!!!
-Barbie, I certainly agree with you about wanting to be able to walk and
be healthy as we get older. That really motivates me too and so much of it
is determined by how we treat our bodies.
-Marie, Those pinto beans sound really good. Wish it didn't take so long to cook them.
Nancy
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Little Foxie had IV fluids all night and is now back on the IV after a bit of running around the house for exercise. She is doing better and actually ate her special GI low fat food this morning. First food she's eaten since Saturday morning when the vomiting started!
Today I am cooking and cleaning while watching over Miss Foxie. Eating on plan is really easy. I couldn't be happier with my meal plan and personal training. I'm actually seeing some contour changes in my body. I find it amazing because this is only my third week of training!
Janice, I am so very sorry to hear that your sister has pneumonia again. :-( Prayers for a speedy recovery and that she can get back home!
Have a great day!
Becky
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Awww..Becky. She's beautiful! So glad she is feeling better.
Barbie..Cooper hates the scarves the groomer puts around his neck!
Shirely..congrats on your loss this week!
Nancy..thanks for the encouragement!
Marie..glad your kitties are keeping you on your toes. Pintos sound good...mine come from Bush's in the can, but I know yours taste better!
Connie0 -
wow so much going on!!
connie, congrats on the house I missed that.....so exciting!!!
ester, my my you are busy!! I'm tired just reading what you have done
Shirley, nice loss:)
becky, glad foxy is hopefully on the mend. great about sticking to plan.
Janice, that is really tough with your sister, very hard to get over pneumonia, relapse is common. you are in my thoughts. my nutritionist actually believes weight clinging on in times of stress. maybe that is what is going on??
marie and nancy, hope all is well!!
running off to a meeting, check back later. weight was same yesterday, sticking around 148, maybe a change tomorrow?
Stephanie
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Wow ladies very busy in here today! I love how engaged everyone is I know it keeps me chugging along.
I have a beach trip coming up and usually gain on vacation. My goal this time is to NOT gain. It takes so much discipline to lose a few pounds I really don't want to gain and lose them again!
Mixed bag of weather today and a bit cooler. Will get out for a bike ride later as long as no storms come through.
Ruthie0 -
Becky, Foxie is precious. Hope she is well real soon!!!
Glad she has a private duty nurse.
Nancy0 -
Becky...does Foxie sleep in her bed and/or cage normally? I only ask because Cooper will not sleep in his bed or little canvas dog house but prefers to be under our bed or on the loveseat we have in the room. (Since there is now hardwood, I have a pallet for him under the bed...he is spoiled rotten!)
Connie0 -
Connie I keep bushes beans on hand in case I forget to cook some. or run out. I have a small crock pot which hold 2 c of pintos and they cooked on high for 5 hours. I never have cook then on low overnight. Must tried that this coming week. I love my little quart and half crock pot . Just the right size for me. I should cook more and freeze them but hate to get the big one out. I have been thinking of getting a electric pressure cooker and it really cook beans in a hurry.
I may just try me some black beans tonigt But Bushes beans are hard to beat.
Becky Foxie is so cute, so glad to hear she is better. Nice you being a nurse and take care of her. Thanks for sharing her picture with us. adorable.
Ruthie enjoy your vacation. What beach will you be at?
Shirley good job getting back on your plan. You are doing great. How is your garden coming along?
Nancy Do you guys catch any fish out of the lake.? Its a beautiful lake and your back yard looks do good Looks like a font yard. You and your husband work hard on it to keep it that way. We have gone so long without rain ours look terrible. In fact Jerry did not even have to mow this week. We got too much during May and June now none.
See you guys later Marie
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Hi everybody........you ask where I get all my energy from. I have no idea. And I am not a coffee drinker either so it is not from caffeine. I have a cup of hot chocolate for breakfast every morning and that's it. I have always been a little on the hyper side. I was in my thirties when a doc told me I should have been diagnosed with ADHD as a child. And with my energy my kids are never bored. And all the adults involved with their functions know that I will help out whenever needed.
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Becky. Foxie looks so sweet and loving. But then if she is like my dogs........looks are deceiving. But they are so loving no matter what your mood. She is lucky to have you able to care for her with her IV. Our babies are always more comfortable at home.
Esther0
