Just checking... haha!

To start off this lovely Friday (well, not so lovely because I have to work), I will tell you of my latest NSV -- my old scrubs fit again! And they are loose!

I also had a stress test (more on that later) on Wednesday, and I did pretty good! Better than I did a few years ago.

Hope everyone has a good start to their weekend!

Maria

Thank you, Sula. I'm pretty calm now, which always amazes me...Mom's ability to keep their cool. No doubt I'll crash in private. Hubby on the other hand, is quietly and stoicly (sp) falling apart. Justin feels ten foot tall and bullet proof. Not. (Sorry! We gotta lighten it a little!)

I know it's late but consider the prayer done on my end!! Good luck and I'll be thinking of you. It's kind of weird though, I just came back from a 6 hour Shooting Safety class through 4-H with my 8 year old twins....how weird is that to read your post first?!?!?!

Cindi - update? How is your son doing? My DH & Son are avid gun users because they hunt, and my son also plays the guitar, so I certainly have empathy for your situation. I really hope your son is okay in the hand, and has full use of it again. I've had 4 hand/arm surgeries and I know it can be painful in the nerve area and also I know it is a long recovery process. Let us know how he is doing.

Sula - I will repost, I'm not sure how to do a sticky? I thought only moderators could do that? But anyhow, I will find the link, it might be at my work computer, but I will check.

I've gotta run, running my daughter to a babysitting job, will try and get back on the computer tonite if I have time.

Angly,you look great by the way!

Tonya, I can't find the links to the BFL sites that had the journal and all that. Can you repose...OR???? Do a sticky? Maybe at the front of the January 07 site..if that makes sense.

Thanks...I'm trying to share that with a client who had bypass surgery about three months ago.

Is this what you are talking about? I don't know how to do a sticky - but here is the link! I'm going to do the BFL challenge myself, however, I will have to modify it some because of my knee, but I like the workout program.

Body-for-LIFE Exercise Journals

I know it's late but consider the prayer done on my end!! Good luck and I'll be thinking of you. It's kind of weird though, I just came back from a 6 hour Shooting Safety class through 4-H with my 8 year old twins....how weird is that to read your post first?!?!?!

Too weird, considering Justin is one of my twins! Congrats on doing the safety class. Been thru many, as well as my own CHL, renewed 4 times now. Our entire family is well versed, and uuuber safe, so this struck us as such a tragic happening. I think it is wise, if one is comfortable, to have knowledge instead of fear. It is definately a different world now, isn't it?

Thanks for your prayers!

Tonya writes>> Cindi - update? How is your son doing? My DH & Son are avid gun users because they hunt, and my son also plays the guitar, so I certainly have empathy for your situation. I really hope your son is okay in the hand, and has full use of it again. I've had 4 hand/arm surgeries and I know it can be painful in the nerve area and also I know it is a long recovery process. Let us know how he is doing.

Thanks for asking, Tonya. Surgery was yesterday, 4+hours. Brought him home today. Went as well as could be expected; bone graft, damaged muscles, tendon repair, nerve repair, metal plate screwed in to facilitate healing. Will need additional surgery to remove plate and free tendons thru scar tissue. Definate permanent nerve damage, and will have difficulty with small, quick movements...but the surgeon is hopeful! He had a lot of trouble with the anesthesia, his oxygen levels, BP, pain med tolerance, etc. Also, sleep apnea. He needs to lose some weight, and they were very kind in how they explained the current and future problems he may face at such a young age. He listened, and did not "explode" in defiance...as he is very touchy about his weight. Always better when someone besides family shows concern. Comments or suggestions from us always are construed as criticism.

A definately rough week, but we're on the mend.

Whew. Maybe by next hunting season all will be well healed, although he has sworn off of guns currently. He blames himself (needlessly...not a time for blame).

I have such tightness from the stress. I took his twin out for dinner tonight, and gorged myself on the most over indulgient feast of tortilla chips and beefy queso. Guess a little guilt to add to my stress was in order.

This week there was little gym attendance due to all this...tomorrow, I will set up a tent in the parking lot.

I am thankful for everyone's support and friendship:)

Cindi - I'm so sorry about your son. I'm glad he is home and doing as well as can be expected.

Angyl - you look great and are such an inspiration!

Sunshine and Sula - I was able to access all the links Sunshine had posted if that helps at all.

I have a friend who, as a 9-yr veteran of the police department accidently shot himself while unloading his gun at the police shooting range. The bullet went through his hand and shattered his femur. He was told he wouldn't walk, wouldn't return to work, blah, blah. It was a long, very painful recovery but he walks, runs, started tap-dancing, went back to work in the same capacity and is a true success. That all happened about 6-yrs ago.

After getting a fill on Thursday I then got a tiny unfill yesterday. I was choking when I layed down at night to go to sleep. The pouch just wasn't emptying even after several hours. ***I FINALLY HAVE RESTRICTION*** This was my third fill after the emergency surgery and I am thrilled to finally have restriction. The scale just kept sneaking up during this whole process and I was losing my mind! But now, I can measure exactly 1/2 C. of food and I am full! Yay!

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I have a friend who, as a 9-yr veteran of the police department accidently shot himself while unloading his gun at the police shooting range. The bullet went through his hand and shattered his femur. He was told he wouldn't walk, wouldn't return to work, blah, blah. It was a long, very painful recovery but he walks, runs, started tap-dancing, went back to work in the same capacity and is a true success. That all happened about 6-yrs ago.

I will share this with Justin. Kids (kids? yep, even at 21) can have the most twisted reasoning and logic...they are either invincible or defeatist. Today is a good day for him.

After getting a fill on Thursday I then got a tiny unfill yesterday. I was choking when I layed down at night to go to sleep. The pouch just wasn't emptying even after several hours. ***I FINALLY HAVE RESTRICTION*** This was my third fill after the emergency surgery and I am thrilled to finally have restriction. The scale just kept sneaking up during this whole process and I was losing my mind! But now, I can measure exactly 1/2 C. of food and I am full! Yay!

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Ok, mark me jealous. I want to be satisfied on such a small amount! Glad you are back on track, know it's been rough for you.

My committment this week is to lower salt intake, and watch the drinking while eating thing. I have been so hungry, and NOT being mindful of washing the food down. Guess my "lower" tummy is still huge and can't fill up. I kinda thought it would have shrunk by now...

Hi all,

Cindi, great news about your son. And I do understand the family quotient about talking about weight. I have a very overweight brother and my parents are always talking to me about what they can do. I caution then (we had a go round when they were trying to encourage me years ago) that from family, those caring messages usually would send me to the food...same with big brother. I had hoped he would be motivated by my journey, but other than one quick comment way back in January or Feb of last year, there has been no other interest.

Good news...I am down 5 pounds...I've been journaling my food intake, altho I don't always calculate calories...I do think I am not taking in enough Protein..so I am trying to figure out how to do that mo-betta. Tomorrow, the exercise (legitimate kind) begins...not just the cleaning of the house and corrals. I did make a committment to use the stairs at work rather than the elevator (3rd floor office) except when I have something heavy or bulky to carry. Every little bit helps, huh?

WE are going to be so FINE in 2008!!

Sula! Great news on the pound droppage:)

Found a silly pic of Justin and me at Christmas (I've never posted before...was waiting for the official 100lbs. gone). It's more silly than good, but may ut a face with the story! Will try to insert here...hope this works.

You guys have matching smiles!

Cindi - you look GREAT! Your such a beauty! Shawn is right, you guys do have matching smiles!

Hi All!

I am back! Kids back off to school, finally...

I am eager to go back to my workout routine. I was very sick for one week, and still recovering.

I also gained a few pounds over the Christmas thru New Years, but I normally gain 15!!

Also, due to some privacy issues I have been having with some nosy family, please refer to me only as my screen name.

It is sad that some family does not respect our right to privacy and feel the need to "dig".

How are you all doing?

I opted to not get a fill tomorrow and cancelled my appointment. I got stuck pretty bad yesterday and felt that familiar heaviness in my check until just a hour or so ago....Liquids to me today for sure. I rescheduled for two weeks. And I'm okay with it.

I can't believe it, it seems to have gone by so quickly. I think I am at goal, but I am not sure lol. I have a significant amount of loose skin so I account for that weight. I am at 156 lbs. My goal was 150...hmmm. I want to drop one size to a 6 and then I'll be happy. I have a consultation with a plastic surgeon on Friday to discuss a tummy tuck. Big step...I think I am ready.

I took new pictures yesterday that I wanted to share. The first pictures were taken a year ago tonight. I wish you all well with the new year. Hopefully it keeps getting better for us. Happy New Year!

You look awesome!!!!! Congrats!