Hi, another "The" Ohio State grad, '95 (so KHS we probably know each other). I'm a relatively new practice owner of 2 1/2 years, married just shy of 25 years, and have two sons, 10 and 7, with ADHD and dyslexia. With the economy, 45 minute commute each way, and the extra effort my sons require, I feel like I've had my foot to the floor boards the past 10 years, especially the past 5 years. My husband was laid off for the 3rd time a year ago. He's in night school now doing his MBA and slowiy taking over the management of the practice (no prior vet experience and the pace as which we need things done/fixed was a huge surprise to him and frustration to me).

My health (wasteline, cholesterol, etc.) has suffered from the stress, but that's why I'm here on MFP. It's been an interesting rode the past 8 months getting to know me again. I went to a dressage show today and realized I've only ridden 4 times in the past 17 years. This needs to change. Right now. So, I'm working on that. Typical mom thing -- who am I and where did I go? I know we probably all go through this to some degree or another.

I'm vegan (not vegan police material however) and currently also trying gluten free eating to see how I feel. So I cook. A lot. But mostly on Sundays, because who has time during the week to cook? Heck, so many nights I fall into bed near midnight fully clothed (OMG, can't believe I'm admitting this) and wake up around 3am to put my PJs on. Then the alarm goes off at 5am and we do it all over again. And apparently I've thought I was made of some kind of titanium that I could take this and not have it affect my health.

Thank you for starting this forum. There are few who understand the issues we face every day, so it's nice to have someone here who does. Cheers to you.

Hi everyone! Im a new grad (2012) from Illinois and I am currently working in privat epractice (some day, some ER) in the Seattle area. I lost a lot of weight in the early years of vet school, but 4th year rotations and the challenges of moving cross country have wreaked havoc on my eating habits. Im back on the wagon again and here to make some MFP friends!

I am a 1993 WCVM grad (U of Saskatchewan) currently in a mixed animal practice- about 50% large, mostly beef cows, and 50% small. Prefer the cows! I run to stay in shape and do strength training. I am here to shed about 25 pounds as I tend to think I burn off more than I eat (not the case, unfortunately).
I really like meeting people from the veterinary profession. It is a challenging and rewarding way to make a living but also has it's share of difficulties. It's nice to share the ups and downs with others experiencing the same challenges.

Hi Everyone!

I'm a 4th year student at the University of Missouri and I'm planning on a career in shelter medicine. I'm new to MFP, but I've been working on my health and weight for a while... Lost 40 lbs between May -October 2012 but then I started clinics and things got crazy. I maintained my weight for a while and then it started creeping back. Then I had to have disc surgery in June this year (pretty much a Hansen type 2 disc, but the human docs don't call it that), so the exercise restrictions while I recovered really didn't help. Anyway, I've just gotten back to my pre-clinic weight loss weight and I'm excited to continue losing this time. Also getting ready for the NAVLE on Dec 12, so send some good vibes my way please!

Thanks!

HI! I just wanted to say hi and see how you are doing? How did you do on your NAVLE?
Jeannie