1day at a time

This is my Horoscope for the day I think it applies for some of us. "Remember all those resolutions you made in the past? It's time to recommit to them. All signs indicate that you need to take better care of yourself. You've been so busy working that exercising has begun to feel like a luxury you can't afford. Actually, exercise and proper nutrition are luxuries you can't afford to ignore. You're burning the candle at both ends. Stop before you burn out completely!"

My DH thought the same way however as I lost the weight I became more confident which has helped our marriage. However, with me gaining weight I feel so terrible because he has noticed but he thinks it could be another reason like my Diabetes or my Liver issues. But really it is me and my emotionally eating which I have to work on again. So I can get this weight back off. Only I can fix this no one else is to blame.

Going to work today at 1pm I am going to ask for a back brace that will hopefully help with my back issues. Then i am off for the next 2 day yeah Peaches - Loved the poem as well

Peaches - I needed this. I needed a reminder too put it all in God's hands and he will take care of me. Thank You Tina - can you go to a therapist together seperate from yours? Or do you feel that if you work on you it wil help you both? Just wondering. I don't remember have you been with your partner a long time?

Tina - Sorry about your relationship troubles. You can not live in constant conflict, I tried in my previous marriage it does not work. I have found there is so much more in life even if it is by yourself. Maybe it is a blessing in disguise. Meaning now you will be able to focus on you and your LB journey. Get back to being happy with yourself and someone will come along that is better for you. I truly believe that. Don't be scared we are all here for you. Great - I am glad things are better for your DD. Tell her to take it easy stay off her feet. I am praying for you guys. Keep us posted. Okay my turn so we all know my job is very physical now, which I love however I woke up this morning with shooting pains from my lower back down both my knees I can't bend over and only can sit for a little bit then have to lay flat. I have been given muscle relaxers and anti-inflammatories to take. I was only taking the muscle relaxers at night due to they make me sleepy. However today I can take them as the script was written 3-4 times a day. My DH is driving my car today so I don't have to worry about driving and I do not go to work until 1pm it is 8:30am right now so I am hoping I get better. It could be a mixture of the weight gain and the hard labor at work. I have to lift 50lb boxes of chicken several times a day. I am very aware of how to lift properly maybe I still need a back brace. I can't lose this job and I really need them to make me full time. They just told us yesterday all the part timers will be going to 20 hrs a week ughhh how can I pay my bills with that. It seems I am having terrible luck with my jobs latley.

Peaches - that was too funny

So for the first time since 1880 we had snow in GA on Christmas day. We got 3 inches yesterday (I leave in Northern GA the Gainesville area) with more coming today; actually it is snowing a little right now. I know not a big deal for those of you that live in snowy areas however GA pretty much shuts down when we get this much snow since no one knows how to drive in it I guess. Being from Fl this is a fun a rare event and it is so pretty if I can get a picture posted I will. Janet - that is a cool article to find on Christmas and it was interesting to read as well

Merry Christmas Everyone !!!! I wish you all a wonderful time with your family and friends.

Janet - I think alot of us who are on here love the tough love you and others give that is why many of us feel we need to put it out there what we have been doing that is wrong. Typing it out (or say it out loud to someone) helps me however I may wait a little to long to do so. I don't have the guts to do what Jewel does posting on You tube (which I love to see her posts) but posting here is the best for me.

Merry Christmas Everyone !!!! I wish you all a wonderful time with your family and friends

Janet - I would come see you even though I get your advice for free on here. Just know I love that you are so passionate and are willing to help me and the rest with anything we are dealing with

Merry Christmas Everyone !!!! I wish you all a wonderful time with your family and friends.

It is much better to like my job than to hate it like I have in the past Yes Janet and everyone else thank you so much for your support. Janet - you are such a passionate person and I love the fact you want to educate everyone. Love you Swan - Anytime that is what we are all here for ask any question no matter the subject and we all will answer we are one big family on this board. Everyone sending cards, thank you so much. It is so nice to know I have such wonderful LB friends. You guys out did all of my family. Know that it was very appericated and I love you all. Lori - Prayers for you and your family I pray they can stop the labor

Eva - I really do like it and the hard work keeps me busy so I am not bored and not eating cause I am not bored like my last job Apples - I am sorry you both don't feel well but your comment was funny.

Sandy - That is so cool of your trainer Janet - that is so true. Cheri - Thanks that makes alot of sense Tina - congrats on your Appt Julie - I am so happy for you being pain free I am praying for you that this new plan of meds works for you Meredith - I prayer your sister's dog comes home. I truly understand that the puppy is part of your family. That is how all my animals have been; a part of the family Laura - Work is going great!!! I stay busy all day. Alot of lifting, walking and preparing meals. The meals are not cooked so no worrying about eating. I am enjoying the job Swan - You are not alone I had the same feelings as well I think alot of have had the freak out moment before surgery

WTG!!! on the weight loss. Do you like Tuna, eggs or soup that might help to change the food up. Food is my issue I am dealing with emotional eating so I can't help too much. But it is awesome you lost so much weight.

Tina - I did beat myself up before i had my LB. My highest was 283. My I had it moment was when I went to CA. for a vaca and went to an animal park with my Mom. You had to walk everywhere and it was long hilly walks. I had to get a ride back to the front of the park from a guy with a golf cart because I could not walk anymore I felt so ashamed. And I was sweating so much I felt like a pig. Also I was with my sister and my mom and they kept saying I kept them up from snoring so much at night and that was cause of my weight. I came back home and started the process for the LB. I orginally wanted to have bypass like my Mom however I had Liver surgery in the past and due to the adhesions it was safer for me to have the LB. I got my band on 07/03/2008 and followed my Drs plans to a T and my lowest weight was 211. Then I guess I got cocky and also got my band to tight and started gaining weight due to me not following my Drs rules. So right now by my posts you can see I am struggling because my Dr took out alot of Fluid out of my band. He did this because I was to tight and had problems with reflux. So I am very open right now and I am having trouble staying on the plan cause I can eat anything I want. So Janet, Apples, Cheri, Charlene and the others are helping me get back on the band wagon. Sorry to ramble but I thought maybe sharing my story could help you.

Janet - I know it is not the answer. I mostly eat cause of feelings not cause of anything I do at work cause the food I deal with is raw or frozen food so I am not hungry at work just when I come home. That is my weak point. Tina - Welcome to our forum. There is much love here and a whole lot of information. There is some tough love but I need that. I did OA for a while when my work schedule allowed it and they knew I had the Lapband. OA does not give you a diet they just want you to find a plan that works for you. It is more about helping you deal with your issues with food. I hope this helped. Janet - I love your tough love actually everyone who has given me tough love it has helped me so much. LOL Charlene that is funny. Happy Anniversary to you and your DH. Tina - I had a couple of crying episodes after I had the surgery wondering what did I do to myself. I did not have any before hand. But seeing a Dr helps. Also I learned after surgery that the Food Network is like crack for us. Linda - Thank you for the advice. I actually work around raw or frozen food so work is not the problem and Also I am to busy to worry about food. It usually happens when I get home from work that is my hard time Kelly - I hope it stops raining soon for you. Tex - Prayers sent your way Apples - Prayers for your DH and you Love you stay strong. Joyce - I hope your knee gets better soon. Julie - I am glad you are feeling a little better

I understand Apples - I will Put my big girl panties on and pull up my boot straps. Today is a new day choo choo

So I started 5 day but can't get past day one. I have a shake for Breakfast then I had a shake for lunch then crash my train. Okay so I am off today I am going to get the stuff to make a Soup in the 5 day plan then restart today. I think I need something else to have besides shakes. My husband asked me what was wrong cause he saw my stomach and it was poofy and I think he noticed I gained weight. He did not say anything bad just he noticed so I felt ashamed of myself. I am off work today so I am going to the dentist and then my Moms and then my sisters to see my nephew. My son is out of school for break so we will be together all day. I think he needs time with me so it will be nice. I took him driving yesterday he has his learners so I am trying to let him drive but it scares me.

Congrats on the running I know you were nervous. I saw your You Tube post

Well I guess since the site changed none of the other Butterflies get any messages so they do not know to check in. That stinks, well I hope everyone is doing well.

Lori - My son calls my parents OMA (pronounced O-MA) and OPA (pronounced O-PA) which are the german words for Grandma and Grandpa. Some back history I had my son when I started college so I was 19 and my Mom said she was to young to be called Grandma. My sister was taking German in High School and there you go. My mother in law is called Nanny

It could be. I have had several Abdominal surgies prior to the LB. I am keeping up with the times and othe info regarding my pain so i can call the Dr.

Apples it is an irritating pain but like Cheri said it could be gas or like Janet said over eating I will start paying more attention. I ended up getting called into work to help out I was there for like 3 1/2 hrs no biggy. I should get some 1 cup bowls that is a good idea. Yes I grocery shop for the house I buy good things my DH goes out and gets the bad stuff. I will pay attention more to what I am eating and how my body feels afterwards.