WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2013
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Thanks Barbie for being so reliable and keeping us all together. I agree with the post that said she can hardly wait to get here everyday to see what the VitF's are doing.
Jane - CO - it makes me so mad the way our veterans are treated. Praying for a good resolution to your dad's health issues.
Lucy - would you share the name of your DVD for strength training. My March goal was to start weight training but alas it never happened. BTW - Love you NSV with the new attitude about this lifestyle. I told DH I didn't want to go to the club buffet because I can't eat enough to get my monies worth!
Congratulations to all of you Stars who made or exceeded your March goals. I'm proud of you!
Welcome to all the newbies, come back and chat often. Bump is used to mark your spot so you can find it again under MY Topics. DH refers to "dear husband".
Have some exercise to do so I'll close for now.
April goals: Be grateful for what I've accomplished so far.
Work on 5 f/v a day
Work on toning my body.
Sue in beautiful 81 degrees today TX0 -
Rori – out of the 160s - how great!
Jane – so sorry to hear about your dad’s condition! My MIL was a veteran, too, and had some bizarre medical experiences in their care.
After a bit of a slow start this year I feel I am doing OK with my goals:
Monthly Goals / YTD Monthly Average
Weight sessions – 10 / 9.3
Total weights – 166,667 pounds / 176,345 pounds [annual goal: to lift 2 million pounds]
Cardio sessions – 15 / 13.7
Cardio time – 10 hours / 9.1 hours
Welcome to all the newbies - such a great thread to follow! (Thank you, Barbie, for setting us up.)
Gail, metro Atlanta0 -
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I am relatively new here and 50ish.
For April my goals are as follows:
-continue with the 30DS
-drink a lot more water ( I hate drinking water although I do drink tea)
-log my food
-start riding my bicycle 10 miles per day as soon as the temp gets above 50.
-lose 8 pounds
I have already exceeded my calories on this first day of the month, but that will be corrected tomorrow.0 -
hi, i'm new to the group. i have made a goal to workout on my wii fitness every day for at least 15min whether anyone else in the family does or not. i'm working on portion control, and not eating out as much. i want to make healthier choices at home and when away. i will track my food and exercise daily. i will increase my water intake to be at 6 galsses a day by the end of april. i will work on not being an emotional eater by finding other things to do ratrher than eat. i will get more sleep.0
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:bigsmile: Janehadji, thank you for sharing the great article about your daughter’s wedding…..the only thing wrong with the article was that there was no picture of the bride’s beautiful and talented mother.
:flowerforyou: For anyone having trouble drinking enough water, don’t wait to “feel like” drinking water, just do it…..treat it like taking medicine for a terminal illness.
:flowerforyou: For anyone wanting to start strength training and not knowing where to start----“Strong Women Stay Young” by Miriam Nelson…..explains why strength training is important and has a great starter weight training program that can be done at home with a minimum of equipment and no getting down on the floor.
:flowerforyou: Thank you for all your kind words. I have loved this thread from the day I found it in 2009
I didn’t start it, but when the woman who started it moved on to other things, I agreed to start the new month and I’ve been doing it ever since.
Barbie from NW Washington
Resolutions for April
*work in the yard about an hour a day
*finish writing my “important information” document
*answer the two e mails I have been putting off
*be more mindful about interrupting
"The reason most people fail instead of succeed is that they trade what they want the MOST for what they want at the MOMENT."0 -
majawilltry - welcome and Happy Spring
Judith - what kind of surgery are you having? I'm sorry to hear of it. There are lots of ladies who have and are in the same predicament as you and I'm sure they can give you great advice.
trace - welcome. You've come to a great place for motivation and tips. I know what you mean about loving chocolate, so do I. Have you ever had those Dove promises? They are something like 50 or 60 calories each, but they satisfied my chocolate craving.
My goal for April is the same as March's -- work on crafts. Maybe I can get started, ya think????
We called Bryan yesterday to wish him a Happy Easter (he didn't bother to call us). I'd like to know...even Vince would like to know....what the h*** happened to him? He's STILL going on about how we didn't make a good first impression (that was like 1-1/2 yrs ago). We've asked him for months what we could do, we even asked him again yesterday, no answer. He seems to think (at least this is my impression) that the "typical" wedding in the US costs around $30,000 so we should give him money towards his wedding. Oh, he's willing to acknowledge that we do have the expense of flying over there, but he still thinks we should give him money towards the wedding. We know that you can have a decent reception for a lot less and I know what I paid for my dress so I'll double that amount. I bet the total won't come to that much. He told us a while ago that he was going to get a "substantial" bonus. Well, what is substantial? He just told us that it would be around 5,000 euros. He insisted that he told us the amount, but neither Vince nor I remember that, so I don't think he did. So when he gets the bonus, he'll come to the US. Right. Honestly, I don't believe that for a minute. I know when Vince and I got married, we cut corners every which way. I used my mother's wedding rings, the idea being that when we could afford it, I'd get a ring of my own. Well, life happened. Things always came up. Here I am 35 years later, same rings. The kids came along, they needed to be fed, clothed, schooled, we were buying a house. The ring was low on the priority list and it still is. When we got off the phone with Bryan (he was upset that we called him at around 11pm his time, we didn't realize that they'd just changed their clocks and thought it was only 10). Vince said in some ways he's feeling like "screw this, I'm not even going to go". I can't for the life of me imagine not being at his wedding. We told him that we went to a bi-lingual mass, we didn't realize it was bi-lingual. Well, you should have heard him going on and on about how we always make comments about Spanish people, how we feel they are like second-class citizens. We were just commenting on the fact that the mass was twice as long because half was in Spanish and half in English, they had to do two readings in Spanish and then two in English, things like that made it longer.
Did I tell you he sent us an email saying that the town is giving them some sort of problem and the wedding may be the next week. Well, in talking to him, it appears that the house they want to rent isn't available the first weekend, only the second. Wouldn't surprise me if he changes the date so that he can get that house.
grandmalle - wish you had more time with Taliah, but like you said "you take what you can get". That's what she's going to remember
Did 20 minutes of yoga today and then an hour of the extreme pump class. That health club just got a stairstepper. I haven't figured out how you control the rate of steps. I would like it to go faster. Well, I'll get it. Tomorrow I'm thinking that I'll do Jillian Michael's Burn Fat Boost Metabolism tape.
This morning went to WalMart and got Easter candy for Vince that was 1/2 price (plus, I used my coupons), a few other things. Bought gas, then went to the extremepump class. Came home, then went to PetSmart to get more food for Jessica's cats. Aldi is right across the street so I stopped in there. I totally forgot to get lettuce, tho. Came home and Vince and I started cleaning the hot tub. Really, I need to get in the tub but want to wait until it's warmer. Tonight is mahjongg.
Quite upset, Vince told me that he's feeling that the way Bryan is acting, he (Vince) has no desire to go to the wedding. Bryan basically told us that he doesn't want us to talk to Dianna. Why? He keeps talking about how we (mainly me) made a poor impression and first impressions are important. That was over a year ago, and we've so many times asked what we can do, we WANT to get to know her. Vince says when Jessica is here this weekend, he's going to talk to her. Every time I think about not going to his wedding, I can't help crying. I honestly think it would be a very bad idea not to go. We should at least make the attempt to get to know her and her family.
With this stress -- watch my weight go up.
soskinnydenis - welcome! You'll get lots of support here, that's for sure
havingitall - we're glad you come here. Really, it's the only place I come on MFP, it's just so good to talk to people who understand where you are coming from. Oh, sugar is my weakness, sugar and fats together .
Vince bought some fertilizer today, but by accident put too much down so he will need to get another bag.
M - glad you're feeling better. I'm like you, I have to exercise first thing in the morning. Then if I work in the yard, I just consider it a bonus. I'll probably be outside more now if the weather gets warm.
LizPlus - we'd love for you to join us! Oh, yes, that weight goes on so quickly and, you're right, it sticks like glue. But it does come off...eventually.
katla - that's so cute. Wish my Wii board said that to me!
Eileen - prayers for your mom
sa993 - welcome! Congrats on the inches lost. You're so right, so many times the scale just doesn't tell the whole story, but the tape measure sure does
Dottyb - would love to have ya!
jb - love your pic and the poem was oh so cute!
Jane in CO - your daughter is absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing. I'd be upset if it were my father, too. Please keep us informed. Is there something that they can do, or is it just hope against hope?
struggling - welcome
BlisterLamb - good luck on your goal. I'm sure you'll meet it
cdiele - welcome and early happy birthday.
Lin - they do have a mass in Spanish every Sunday, it's just that this time they combined the mass. It was interesting, I must say.
5888 - welcome. Your goals sound very good.
Renny - congrats on the losses, weight and inches.It's always good when your rings fit. Clothing is such a good indicator. Be sure to let us know how the blood work goes
gyttyup and Linda and Kowent and Kim and SushiKite and rainbowkim and wvgirlnfl and everyone else new that I may have misssed - welcome
Lucy in DE - that's the way to do it! Get right back on program. You've got it going girl
Carol in WNY - my grandparents came over from Poland, and to this day I regret the fact that they didn't teach me Polish (even tho I feel like they were the ones who brought me up). But I understand their thinking. They felt "we're in America now, in America we speak English."
moxie - I used to use an oil substitute all the time, but can't find it in any store here in NC, so I've resorted to using pureed prunes in chocolate items, applesauce in lighter colored items.
LaurelFisher - welcome back! You were missed. So sorry to hear of all the going ons in your family.
majawilltry - "bump" means "bring up my post" which means that your post will be listed under "my topics", so just go there, and come here. dh = dear (or d*** as the case may be) husband. Awesome bike ride
twotonnetaric and angelbear - welcome
Everyone have a great evening.
Michele in NC70 -
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Good morning ladies having read all the lovely messages on here off you I am ready to join in
Goals - Maker sure some walking is done everyday,
Try to lose every week (does!nt matter how much)
Eat healthy foods when ever possible
Get my BMI down from 30 to 25 (very important)
Good luck to all my new friends on 50 PLUS
Dotty0 -
Good morning, all!
Welcome to all of our new posters! You've come to the right place for support, advice and friendship. Good luck to you all on your weight-loss journey!
I am afraid to step on the scale today as yesterday was not a good day. I generally ate well during the day but DH baked a ham for dinner last night (he was out of town over the weekend so was craving Easter ham). So... ham, potato salad and mixed vegetables for dinner. Considering that sodium is NOT my friend, my money is on the scale showing a gain today.
Only have a few minutes this morning so will just say that I am praying for those of you who are struggling and celebrating with those who had successes. Have a terrific day!
Sandy, in central Ohio0 -
I really have no problem with using healthy oils, and finding oil substitutes. Just on some things, you need actual oil. Not applesauce etc.
I've just had to change the way I cook since 1} marrying my second DH, and 2} relocating to SC. DH has so many food allergies and food sensitivities...that we really have to watch it. He is allergic to olive oil, garlic, soy, mushrooms, tomatoes (if he eats too many), oranges, cheese, canola oil, and many others.
2} South Carolina has different food products on the shelf than other states I have lived in. Every time I move to a different state, I have to find products all over again, or find new acceptable substitutes. Not always possible.
So, I ended up eating like my DH these past 2 years. His diet was not kind to me. I gained 30 pounds (on top of the 30 I was already carrying around), my joints hurt, my general health was starting to decline. This January, I decided I needed to get with it. I have a 1,000 mile drive coming up either this month, or next....and I was in no shape to do it at 220 pounds. The only way for me to drive out west and visit with my dad was for me to try to regain my health.
I put myself on a calorie counting diet, with exercise on my Schwinn/Airdyne bike daily. I weighed and measured my portions, and started weighing and measuring DH's. I started looking for more healthful recipes for the foods we love. I knew, that if we just ate less of what we were already eating, neither of us would be satisfied. So I had to get creative.
So far, DH has lost 14 pounds, and I have lost 16. And that was us still enjoying eating normal foods, respecting his allergies, and my dietary needs also. MFP has helped alot my letting me see in black and white how much calories I consume daily, and cut back here and there accordingly. It tracks exercise calories burned.
I knew, that when I reached age 50, that losing weight would be so much more difficult. I had to figure out how to do it, and still manage my peri-menopause, PCOS, MS, and hypoglycemia. So far so good. I have managed to keep my blood sugars steady, and exercise too. AND lose weight.0 -
bump for weigh and measure on Thursday morning, then add my goals for April...
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Morning all.
cold here in CT again. went to the gym for a bit this morning, but went Sunday am and used the back extension machine and pulled muscles in my back....so I am taking it lightly but still moving..
i am trying to eat a 1200 calories a day,I do well with fruit but not on veggies
im still losing weight ,but between the heel and the back im a mess :grumble:
The DH leaves Friday morning for florida for a week, and I will be on my own,with the furbabies.. I dont mind though.
Will sure miss my darling Taliah even though I didnt get to spend alot of time, I enjoyed the time I did..0 -
Good morning beautiful ladie:flowerforyou:
Welcome to everyone new:flowerforyou: Come in often and chat away with us!
Not a lot of time this morning, it`s almost 8am and I`ve got tons of things to do today:sad: !
My April goals are:
1. Try to get the scale going in the right direction
2. Get myself totally well before I embark on anything else
3. Laugh everyday
4. Have fun and enjoy life
5. Get my closet cleaned out:grumble:
Have a wonderful day ladies! Drink your water:drinker: :drinker: :drinker: and log your food!!!
Hugs,
DeeDee in sunny:glasses: NC0 -
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Meylisa
Your little guy got it right. That's exactly what we have to do.
Lucy
Yep if you don't let them few lbs gained become friends. They take off.
Katla
Went to the farm yesterday we called it the farm even with no animals it just became habbit.
Nice to see little pigs there again. The chickens will be here tomorrow.
Michele
How are you suppose to get to know someone if your not even allowed to speak to her on the phone.
Your son is acting like a teenager in love don't touch don't look she's mine. All mine.
There did the rest of page three and four. And now it's time to get my day under control. Had toast and coffee for breakfast. So now going downstairs to hit the threadmill and rowing machine. Going to pull out a calendar for the month of April and pin it downstairs and put how many miles and rows I do. Going to make it a good good month. Spring is not coming anyhow so get ready for summer.
I only answered a few of the post but did read them all I need to get my vitamin F. Did this instead of going up town for coffee this morning. I will try my best to be good. Might miss a few posts but not many. Will be back to do page 5 by the time I come back i'm sure maybe 6 and 7 lol.
So now to watch the wii go down and the blood sugars be good. Back to normal. Easter is over and i'm in control of me. No more chocolate no more junk. I have the makings of a great chicken veg. soup. After exercise that's going on.
See you all lighter.
Linda in cold Northern Ontario.0 -
Morning All:flowerforyou: ,
Barbie-Thanks again for keeping us going!
Brooke-I've never seen this post before! Thought it was cute! I've lost approximately an elephants heart and hope to lose an Irish
Setter in total.:laugh:
Jane-That's horrible that you are just finding this news about your dad now! I'll certainly keep him and your family in my prayers!
Looked at your link and thought the pictures of your DD's wedding were beautiful! They look so happy!
Lucy-It is a great NSV and I can so relate! I too have yo yo dieted for as long as I can remember and this is the first time ever that
I have kept the weight off!
It is all about the lifestyles changes and the support we give each other here!
Michele-My heart goes out to you! I can so relate! My son got married and moved away the beginning of last year and I
miss our relationship! Things have been strained between myself and his wife forever and no matter how much I try, it
never gets easier. My son and I did have a nice conversation on Easter, which made me so happy, but these moments
are few and far between! Message me anytime you need a shoulder to cry on! Hugs!!!!
Moxie1962-Good for you for being creative and facing all your challenges! :drinker I so wish my husband cared enough to at least try to
get healthier! He refuses to make changes with the exception of eating most of my meals I cook which are healthy.
He will never give up his white bread, pop, ice cream and cookies which frustrates me to no end and even though I
know I can't control this, it puts temptation in my way on a daily basis.
DeeDee-After you clean your closet, do you want to come tackle mine?:laugh: Can't even see the floor in two of mine:grumble:
Guess this will be on my April goal list!
Just caught up on all of April's posts but missed some of the end of March. Working on evaluating March's goals and new ones for April, will post more later. Not doing the best eatingwise right now (going over on calories) but at least sticking to choosing
healthy snacks and my water intake! Am happy to have come as far as I have but know that I have to take it up a notch so I can keep losing. Can't wait until May, when I finally can back to the pool at the gym.
Hugs to all and a warm welcome to so many new faces!!:flowerforyou:
Kathy0 -
Good Tuesday morning!
Welcome to everyone new! Let's have a good, strong April and focus on losing it. :laugh: Seriously, though, it can be done. Little steps will lead to big changes. If you're walking, try walking a few minutes longer, or just a little bit faster. Keeping a record of your distance and speed is a good idea, as you'll see an increase in both over time. I started out hobbling along at 2.5 mph for 30 minutes. I increased slowly, like a minute or two each day, and eventually increased my speed. Now, two years later, I can walk for extended periods at a very brisk pace and jog for almost a full mile. Me? :noway: My hope is to encourage you to not be overwhelmed with how far you have yet to go. Day by day, minute by minute, mile by mile, we can make it happen. :bigsmile:
In regards to "keeping after it", here are a couple of quotes:
"Pursue, keep up with, circle round and round your life, as a dog does his master's chaise. Do what you love. Know your own bone; gnaw at it, bury it, unearth it, and gnaw it still." -Thoreau
"Some of us have great runways already built for us. If you have one, take OFF! But if you don't have one, realize it is your responsibility to grab a shovel and build one for yourself and for those who will follow after you." -Amelia Earhart jb in Portland 0 -
bump to read later for motivation and support......I can't get out of this depression I'm in!!0
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My scale played a little "April Fool's" joke on me yesterday and told me I was 149. I knew it was kidding but I am happy for my progress. I am weight-training, so I know I will have to depend on the tape measure more and the scale less but the scale prank on top of the SNOW made me sad :explode: :laugh: :laugh:
Slowly but surely I am getting there :bigsmile:0 -
Sandy in Central OH: It looks to me like any weight you gained yesterday can be washed away with plenty of water. :drinker: Ham is bound to have added gobs of salt to your system. I have never paid much attention to salt unless I wake up with puffy hands, but DH is having problems with blood pressure so salt is a big deal around here. So is water.:drinker: I am learning a lot about health that I didn’t know before.:flowerforyou:
Moxie: We deal with food sensitivities and allergies, too. I think you have a much more challenging situation, with a wider variety of foods to watch out for. Good luck.:flowerforyou: DH also has MS and we’re going to a new doctor today. DH refuses to take shots. As a diabetic he already has had to endure too many shots. We hear there may be pills on the horizon. I hope it is true.
I’m past 60 and I feel like this is easier weight loss than I experienced in my 30’s. The three big assets now are that DH is doing this with me so I don’t have to cook two different meals, the support I get from MFP, and because I finally understand this has to be a lifestyle change instead of enduring near starvation until I get to my goal and then reverting to bad habits that lead to ultimate failure. It has been slower progress to be sure, but more pleasant.:bigsmile:
Linda C: I’m glad you’re back. I love your point of view and sense of humor.:bigsmile:
Michelle: I’ve just been reading Linda C’s post and what she says has a ring of truth to it: “How are you suppose to get to know someone if your not even allowed to speak to her on the phone. Your son is acting like a teenager in love don't touch don't look she's mine. All mine.” I don’t have any wisdom to add to this, other than it isn’t your fault. It is an interesting perspective.:flowerforyou:
Jb in Portland: I love your quotations!:flowerforyou:
Darlene4prayer: Depression seems like it is not surmountable, but it can be tamed. Get professional help. You’ll also get lots of moral support here.:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
Yoga today! Yay! :bigsmile: Our teacher took spring break off to be with her children. I’m glad to be going back. DH also has an appointment with a new neurologist that specializes in MS. I hope this turns out to be a person he can work with. His current neurologist didn’t do much for him in stroke recovery, and nothing regarding MS. :noway: We’re hoping for a “partner” to help us deal with complicated health issues. The person who has been most helpful so far is his doctor of Oriental Medicine. Keep your fingers crossed for us, and prayers our way if you pray. :flowerforyou:
(PS: I'm still .2 lb away from 40 pounds lost. MFP is rounding up.)
Katla in NW Oregon0 -
Happy tues.
Welcome all the new people.
going back to the house tonite.
Will post when I can-since I have no access to internet.
HUGS
jane0 -
Hi all,
Weight seems to be going in right direction... yay!!!
Darlene, I've struggled with depression for years... just keep your head up and keep on swimming! If you have any questions I'd be happy to answer as best as I can.
Loads of Love to all,
Janice
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Thanks to Melsauntie for the warm welcome... you are my first friend.... Your message really made me laugh.. yes I do have problems walking up stairs and not just with creaky knees.
Recently, I have noticed there is a relationship between increasing waistline and decreasing brain cells..
My house is very narrow and tall ( 2 rooms each floor, 4 floors). So I have a problem when I forget something in the upper floors when I am working in the laundry room.... 3 flights of stairs is a killer! The number of times this happens has definitely increased over the last couple of years...
If my theory is correct then if I lose inches perhaps I can reduce the number of times I have to climb those stairs...healthy lifestyle, healthy brain.
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:flowerforyou: Overcast Tuesday, but full of Vit F I see:flowerforyou:
I'm not sure if I will get to reading the posts as I am really trying to work in the current world. The first quarter has ended and I am feeling wonderful doing my job in the present instead of the past...finally.
We have made the decision to put our house on the market as soon as we feel that all the minor touch ups are done so hoping sometime this month. For me it's the decluttering that needs to be done and for hubby the minor repair issues. The idea of moving after almost 20 years in this home overwhelms me so I try not to think past the current week:ohwell:
I didn't do so well on my March goals but I am watching what I am doing right and wrong and since all the clothes fit it's really hard for me to go beyond what I'm doing in the present to get to that final goal, but will give it a better shot this month.
April goals
Get in 20 days of exercise
Log in for at least two weekends (I seem to drop of the planet on the weekend)
Organize my Craft Closet
Sort out more of my clothes that don't fit
Finish sorting & Cleaning the basement
I think these are doable for the month...so I'm off and keeping busy...drinking the water and logging, moving the body and logging and what goes in the mouth gets logged here...it's something we all can do:drinker:
Laura80111 in Colorado
JaneH- the article and picture of your daughters wedding were wonderful...it was the one thing I did get done yesterday:flowerforyou:0 -
Well, I've lost weight and inches EVERY weigh-in since I started this program, and the difference is very noticeable. I don't find it difficult at all. I eat sensibly (1700 cals. per day) but include Cadbury chocolate eggs, Skinny Cow ice cream bars, and my main addiction, crystallized ginger. I do farm work, clean stalls, use an elliptical machine and a great workout video ( Funcercize beginners workout with Sunshine) using 5-lb. weights. My niece Mel Gibson, a certified fitness trainer, is guiding me. I do not backslide at all because I don't want to waste my hard work. By the way I'm 64. If I had to sum up in two words what works so well for me, I'd say; iron determination.0
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A will to succeed is definitely what is needed, especially if you know you are in it for the long haul. It is good that you have someone to guide you through the exercise and keep you motivated on a personal level.
I see you have kept your favourite foods. How do you manage to keep control? I have a weakness for butter on my bread, but I can't control the amount; once I start I can't stop. I have decided that I can't have any to stop the slide. Is it possible to be addicted to butter?0 -
Hi, Ladies! It's so encouraging to read all of your posts. Thank you for letting me be a part of this support group. You're all talking about April goals, so here's mine: Lose 6 pounds in April
Walk 25 min. 3 times a week
Resistance exercises with a theraband 3 times a week
Drink 8 glasses of water
Log my journal every day
I think the goals are doable. Now to set my eyes on the near finish line: 6 pounds.
My fortune cookie said yesterday that "you will succeed in your goals." How timely.:laugh:0 -
:flowerforyou: Bump for later Hope everyone had a Happy Easter xx0
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I'm sorry that I haven't had time to read the thread for the past week, and this week probably won't be much better. I'm doing okay on eating and exercise, though.
The April issue of Herlife Magazine in Denver is out, along with my daughter Sohayla and Charles' wedding beginning on Page 44!
http://www.herlifemagazine.com/denver/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/epdf_HERLIFE_DENVER_APRIL13.pdf
Things with my father took a bizarre and upsetting twist on Thursday. He had a CAT scan done at the beginning of February. I had a call from the VA saying that it showed a shadow on the pancreas, and then never heard another word. When we were in a routine appointment with his hematologist on Thursday, I told him that I had never heard back and would he mind taking a look. He did, and said that the CAT scan showed that my father had a major hiatal hernia and that his stomach had moved completely out of his abdomen and was high in the chest cavity against his lungs, and it was upside down and twisted. HOW COULD RADIOLOGY FAIL TO SEE THAT WHEN THEY READ THE SCAN????
They say that if the stomach twists again he could be dead on the spot, so this apparently has been a known danger for over six weeks now, except that they seem to have missed it. They also say that there is internal bleeding from the stomach. So we are looking at surgery as soon as possible (emergency consult tomorrow). The problem is that my father is in extremely poor health and I've been told that he couldn't survive a major surgery. The last time he had anesthesia, his top blood pressure number hit 400 and they had to stop.
Needless to say, I'm pretty upset about all of this.
Someone really dropped the ball and was majorly incompetent. I just don't understand how something so major could be missed in reading the scan.
Jane in Colorado
Oh, Jane - I'm so sorry to hear this. Unbelievable that the techs missed this. Such major incompetence. I hope they are able to find an approach to help your father.
Your daughter's wedding sounds and looks magical. I hope they have many happy years together to look back on that ceremony.0
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