Trimstones - Team Chat AUGUST 2021
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ewilhelm2487 wrote: »
I have both a toddler and teenager, they both suck.🤣🤣 My kids are 13.5 years apart. When I have my baby I'm currently pregnant with, my oldest and youngest will be a few weeks shy of 16 years a part. 😲 Lord help me🤣
When I wrote this week's THIS or THAT, I was actually thinking which would I want to babysit...toddler or teenager...I don't have the energy for toddlers anymore...LOL Your oldest will end up being great help for you with the new baby! Congrats!
BTW, my brother is 14.5 yrs older than me TO THE DAY...He was born on Aug 1st 1951 and I was born Feb 1st 1966...my mom always said I was prayed for for 14.5 years...yeah, I was SLIGHTLY rotten as a child
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Hi, all!
Here is my step for last week;
8/4 - 17070
8/5 - 10031
8/6 - 14171
8/7 - 16498
8/8 - 144862 -
jessicakrall8 wrote: »Team:
Many of you, we only see your posts on weigh in day...let's challenge ourselves to help, support and challenge our team mates a little more this week...remember when you help someone else by sharing your challenges, stories and small, non-scale victories, you could be saying the one thing that someone else needs to hear to keep from giving up, to put away those extra leftovers, to take that extra fifteen minute walk, to avoid an injury, to feel more "worthy"...what you put into the group comes back to motivate yourself.
I would really love to see us become a little more active in our chatroom.
Will YOU commit to posting a few times a week?
Thanks for considering it...
Jessica
I am one of them who only posts on weigh in days and step challenge!
Yup, I will try to post something a few times a week
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CharmingPassion
Weigh in Day: Sunday
pW: 301.4
CW: 299.75 -
CharmingPassion
Steps (Goal 4k a day)
Just in case I do want to be in the walking challenge
8/3 - 4,071
8/4 - 4,170
8/5 -3,997
8/6 - 2,634
8/7 - 4,049
8/8 - 4,372
Favorite place to walk... just discovered this new little park area near where I live so going to try to go there once a week. We will see as its weather dependent and thinsg have been so hot here right now.3 -
August 8th--Monday weigh in
@bradkcrew (April)
PW 137.6
CW 136.2
I can commit to checking in daily! I planned to, but the lack of activity on the thread deterred me.
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Waifer003
Weigh-in Day - Monday
PW - 177.3
CW - 174.8
Hooray - got the vacation weight off! All part of my weight loss journey…4 -
Hope everyone is having a productive Monday and a nice start to the week. I'm glad several of you are committing to being a little more active in our chatroom...WTG on the weigh ins so far this week @bradkcrew @Waifer003 @CharmingPassion @napattack9558 ...nice losses across the board!
I had trouble sleeping overnight, so I got up and walked a little, inside of course but it got my step count started for the day and helped me get back to sleep. My cat thinks I'm crazy of course, but what the heck?! LOL
Gotta get back to work. Have a great day all! What's your week look like ahead?
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Hi All,
I struggle with sharing the details of my personal life, but have been thinking about what Jessica said in an earlier thread about maybe helping someone else by sharing my struggles. So here goes. Worst summer ever. I was so looking forward to this summer, finally being able to socialize and do some local travel. Instead, my summer has been dealing with: my mom’s intensifying dementia, a brother who decided to drop out of the family, two awful camping trips (intense heat and swarms of insects), a rental property that cannot be rented due to air conditioner issues, a struggling home business, and personal health issues. I went for a cardiac CT scan a few days ago (have been experiencing chest pain and a pounding heart) and will get the results later today. Through it all I have been trying to keep up with my weight loss journey. Although there have been ups and downs, I have lost enough weight to see some major health improvements. No more heartburn. No more night sweats. No more extreme fatigue. I guess I’m just sharing that although it has been difficult, I am seeing that even some adjustments to my diet and exercise plan are resulting in huge benefits. So nice to know that others have my back and that I can offer my support to you all.7 -
Monday, August 09
- Exercise: gym
- Net calories: too many
- Vitamins: yes
Check in at the gym was pretty upsetting. First annoying thing is that the scale there made me 1.4 kilos heavier than what I weigh at home, so that was quite the downer. I still lost weight, just less than I thought. Despite working out at the gym the past 9 weeks, for some weird reason my muscle mass dropped and my fat percentage went up. Really weird and frustrating and they didn't understand it either. My waterpercentage was already low, and dropped even more, just under 40% now. Despite the fact that I drink a LOT.
We planned another check in a month from now instead of the usual two. Just to check if this was a fluke or if something is wrong, whatever that may be. I am going to be tracking all my calories, macros, exercise, water intake and daily weight in a document that I will print out and bring with me at the next appointment. Maybe they can glean some information from that.
Nothing I can do about this. Just keep going...4 -
Hi All,
I struggle with sharing the details of my personal life, but have been thinking about what Jessica said in an earlier thread about maybe helping someone else by sharing my struggles. So here goes. Worst summer ever. I was so looking forward to this summer, finally being able to socialize and do some local travel.
I think most of us are struggling with the effects the pandemic has had on our emotional and mental well-being. It's created such a feeling of isolation that many people are finding it hard, now that we can move around a little more, albeit while masking up due to delta, it just feels strange. I think back on history and how people who dealt with small pox or polio might have felt, and wonder if there were similarities. I know for myself, I just don't think we'll ever have the old "normal" back...and in many ways, we took a lot for granted. Our generation will be forever changed by what we've gone through since fall/winter of 2019. There's so much fear and dread now...constant thoughts of "am I safe"...and "what if..." are scary.Instead, my summer has been dealing with: my mom’s intensifying dementia, a brother who decided to drop out of the family, two awful camping trips (intense heat and swarms of insects), a rental property that cannot be rented due to air conditioner issues, a struggling home business, and personal health issues.
On top of all the pandemic stuff, your family's health, events you can't control and financial struggles have obviously added to your stress!! I am so sorry you're having such difficult issues ALL AT ONCE! **BIG VIRTUAL HUGS**I went for a cardiac CT scan a few days ago (have been experiencing chest pain and a pounding heart) and will get the results later today. Through it all I have been trying to keep up with my weight loss journey. Although there have been ups and downs, I have lost enough weight to see some major health improvements. No more heartburn. No more night sweats. No more extreme fatigue. I guess I’m just sharing that although it has been difficult, I am seeing that even some adjustments to my diet and exercise plan are resulting in huge benefits. So nice to know that others have my back and that I can offer my support to you all.
I'm glad that your progress has begun to give you positive outcomes...at least you can see it pay off in how you're feeling and the improvements that have arisen from your hard work! I hope your scan comes back good and that they have some recommendations on how you can continue to get better. I'm sure most of what you're seeing (in the past) is due to stress...my goodness, how could it now, given what all you've had to hit you at once?!
Will be praying for peace over your family and we're here when you need to express some of those frustrations, just to get them out of your system, if nothing else. Walking has to be a great comfort then...if nothing else, to clear your head and just help you catch your breath.
Take care...
Jessica
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@Waifer003
I am also dealing with my mother's progressing dementia. She has been living with me for over 2.5 years now, and requires 24 hour supervision, so I can relate....5 -
@jessicakrall8 yes 5,031 was correct for 8/6 just a typo.I didn't realise I overlapped the dates.Thankfully my foot has at last been alot less painful the last couple of days.I managed a longer walk today in my sandals which was ok until the heavens opened on my way home 🌧1
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@Waifer003
I am also dealing with my mother's progressing dementia. She has been living with me for over 2.5 years now, and requires 24 hour supervision, so I can relate....
My grandma had Alzheimer’s and so I (naively) thought I was prepared for the progression of my mom’s illness. But it is a completely different experience. My grandma started to lose memories, and then lost her speech, but seemed very calm and almost serene. My mom is on the opposite side of the spectrum - paranoia, lots of crying, hallucinating. It’s absolutely heartbreaking both ways, but I feel like it’s a complete unknown. I’m across the country and try to connect each day on the phone. Wish I was closer.2 -
Did I just spot @CharmingPassion move to Twoterville??
Some awesome losses.
@Waifer003 you're dealing with so much. Such an inspiration to keep going. Good to see the positive impact on health. Dementia is so awful.
@bradkcrew sorry you are also dealing with it. Our neighbours has alzheimers and we've seen his decline from a comedian (yes, for real) to the shadow of a man he's become & the struggles of his wife. It's the one thing thst seriously scares me with my hubbie's Parkinson's, he's always been a bit forgetful but Lewey Body Dementia is a real possibility- just praying it's not something he has/dvelops.
I am in awe of both of you.2 -
What is everyone using for their step counting? Thanks!0
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Waifer003
August 8
8,330
(If I already posted this I apologize - couldn’t remember doing it last night)2 -
Hi everyone! I check in and see what everyone is up to most days but struggle to post. It’s been a hard summer, honestly it’s been hard for so long. I’m trying to make myself a priority and take care of my health.
My middle child just moved in to a residential treatment facility for her mental health. Her unstable health has created so much stress and tension in the home for the past couple years. Between hospital stays and suicide attempts. I feel sad that we couldn’t make it work for her at home, and also relieved to have the respite. It’s very conflicting.
My home is under renovations since late May, should have been done mid July but probably won’t be done until early September at this rate.
My dad starts Chemotherapy tomorrow, he had surgery in June to remove a tumour from his lung. My mom was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in the winter. She is doing ok, I’m there a lot helping the two of them. I have a sister, but she can hardly take care of herself due to her untreated mental health issues.
I like to come and read about your travels and life to forget about mine for a time.
I have often made better choices through the week because of this group. I want to have a good weigh in.
I’m working on being ok. I’m starting to be ok more often than not. I’m deciding I’m worth the effort.
I really like this group and try to keep my interactions positive. I don’t want to bring people down with my troubles.
I have lots of positives in my life, the negatives have just been weighing heavily. Sorry for the very long ramblings.6 -
Hi everyone! I check in and see what everyone is up to most days but struggle to post. It’s been a hard summer, honestly it’s been hard for so long. I’m trying to make myself a priority and take care of my health.
My middle child just moved in to a residential treatment facility for her mental health. Her unstable health has created so much stress and tension in the home for the past couple years. Between hospital stays and suicide attempts. I feel sad that we couldn’t make it work for her at home, and also relieved to have the respite. It’s very conflicting.
My home is under renovations since late May, should have been done mid July but probably won’t be done until early September at this rate.
My dad starts Chemotherapy tomorrow, he had surgery in June to remove a tumour from his lung. My mom was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in the winter. She is doing ok, I’m there a lot helping the two of them. I have a sister, but she can hardly take care of herself due to her untreated mental health issues.
I like to come and read about your travels and life to forget about mine for a time.
I have often made better choices through the week because of this group. I want to have a good weigh in.
I’m working on being ok. I’m starting to be ok more often than not. I’m deciding I’m worth the effort.
I really like this group and try to keep my interactions positive. I don’t want to bring people down with my troubles.
I have lots of positives in my life, the negatives have just been weighing heavily. Sorry for the very long ramblings.
My favourite part of your posting is, “I’m deciding I’m worth the effort”. Yes - you most certainly are! So many challenges and yet you’re trying to see the positives. Good for you! We’re here to support you when you need it 😘1 -
What is everyone using for their step counting? Thanks!
@bradkcrew I have a Fitbit Versa 2, but when I first started I used my phone...not quite as accurate, but it was all I had at the time...been through several Fitbit upgrades since then.
Jessica3 -
Hi everyone! I check in and see what everyone is up to most days but struggle to post. It’s been a hard summer, honestly it’s been hard for so long. I’m trying to make myself a priority and take care of my health.
My middle child just moved in to a residential treatment facility for her mental health. Her unstable health has created so much stress and tension in the home for the past couple years. Between hospital stays and suicide attempts. I feel sad that we couldn’t make it work for her at home, and also relieved to have the respite. It’s very conflicting.
My home is under renovations since late May, should have been done mid July but probably won’t be done until early September at this rate.
My dad starts Chemotherapy tomorrow, he had surgery in June to remove a tumour from his lung. My mom was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in the winter. She is doing ok, I’m there a lot helping the two of them. I have a sister, but she can hardly take care of herself due to her untreated mental health issues.
I like to come and read about your travels and life to forget about mine for a time.
I have often made better choices through the week because of this group. I want to have a good weigh in.
I’m working on being ok. I’m starting to be ok more often than not. I’m deciding I’m worth the effort.
I really like this group and try to keep my interactions positive. I don’t want to bring people down with my troubles.
I have lots of positives in my life, the negatives have just been weighing heavily. Sorry for the very long ramblings.
You have an empathetic heart like mine...I can feel your pain as I read your story...I took care of my mom for the last 16 years of her life (lost her in 2011) so I know how hard it is being a care giver.
You're right to prioritize yourself because you can't help anyone if you're not ok too. Very proud that you're taking steps to help your children, your parents and definitely yourself!! Walking really helps to clear your head, help you breathe and of course, work out any negative thoughts, energy, bad moods, etc...with the positive effect of burning calories too! Pray that your Dad's chemo goes well and that your mom continues to handle her condition and get better and that the rest of your family finds healing and peace. Some days all we can do is just breathe and carry on...I know that feeling well.
Keep working on your health...we're here for you and just typing how you're feeling helps to release any hopelessness you feel...it's good to talk about it...keep us in the loop. Take care!
Jessica5 -
Steps
Aug 8: 8143
Aug 9: 447 🙈
I absolutely pigged out yesterday as well...
Pastries, wine, chocolate pudding so started this morning with a walk, oh the guilt! Had admin shenanigans yesterday that pissed me off so thought a glass of wine was well in order. So a bottle later.. 🤣🙈
Today's a new day! I shall behave lol5 -
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AT LAST THE AUGUST WEEK ONE RESULTS YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR! It is the season for construction delays, after all...
TOP TEAMS BY PERCENTAGE
TOP TEAMS BY POUNDS LOST
TOP INDIVIDUALS BY PERCENTAGE
TOP INDIVIDUALS BY POUNDS LOST
YOUR TEAM'S TOP LOSERS!
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CONGRATS to the Top Three Losers on Trimstones team for Week 1 of August!!!
Great job to you guys, as well as to all of the honorable mentions!! On to Week 2!
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@bradkcrew I use a Garmin Vivosmart 5 wristband for steps,exercise,sleep & it even tells me when I'm stressed.I love it.
So sorry that some team members are having such a hard time at the moment.@bradkcrew
@Waifer003 @CassandraW having family going through such bad health problems & mental health struggles is super stressful.I am glad that you can share your thoughts on here.Do not feel bad about bringing us down.I doubt there's more than a few of us who have experienced something similar.
I have lived with dementia & cancer has taken many of my loved ones.
Its wonderful that you all can see the positives.Also in these situations taking care of one's own needs is very important so don't feel guilty if you do.3 -
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Thought I’d share some positive news after my outpouring of emotion the other day. Spoke to my doctor about my cardiac CT scan results and I “have a healthier heart than 93% of people my age.” Terrific news. Doesn’t explain the chest pain and heart pounding, but she thinks that could be attributed to me dealing with the stresses in my life. Happy to know I’m on the right path health-wise.5
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