Beth's Journal-Bring It!

Whoa, what a weekend you had. Glad you've had some relief from the migraine, but even more, I'm glad that the darn award ceremony was over. Bowing was appropriate and kind. You did what you had to do and now you can (hopefully) release it and stabilize your poor body. Man, oh, man--talk about tension! I hope you can take some time for yourself during the next couple of days. If nothing else, I hear Starbucks has some more of that pound cake left :rolleyes: .

Love ya, Beth--
Erin
 
I'm glad the ceremony went well and that there were no incidents. I feel so sorry for Won. His parents are making things so difficult for you, he must feel great shame in their behaviour.

As far as the rate goes. When are your travel days? How much happier would you be at CSR then POR?

~Amanda
 
Hi Beth!

I am so happy to hear that the awards ceremony went well, but I am so sorry that you had to suffer through a migraine because of it. I hope you are feeling much better today, my friend. :hug:

As for CSR and POR... Can you call central reservations and see what the AP rate is for CSR or have those rates not been released yet? What rate did you have at CSR before scheduling POR? Have you ever stayed at CSR or POR? If so, what did you like/dislike about each resort? Maybe, a pros and cons list will help. ::yes::

Have a great day, Beth! :flower:
 
I'm so sorry to hear about the migraine, but at least it sounds like you made it through the ceremony relatively unscathed. Thank goodness that's behind you!!! Hopefully you'll get some time in the next couple of days to kick back and unwind.

I don't know what I would do about the AP/resort thing. I think CSR is definitely superior to POR, but depending on how much time you were planning on spending at the resort it may be a non-issue. The new AP thing really stinks--I hope it's short lived! Best of luck with whatever you decide!
 

Hi Beth!

Hope yesterday was a great day for you and that today is a wonderful day for you! :Pinkbounc Any decisions yet on POR/CSR at WDW in DEC? (Sorry... I got carried away with the abbreviations. :rotfl: )

Take care! :hug:
 
Hi All,

I am done with my shifts for the week. I amvery gld about that. The mood on the unit is pretty dismal. The are talking about opening the unit. I will leave, if that happens.

I restarted induction at midnight last night, and so far so well. I have weathered the hardest part of the day, getting up after a shift and not eating the entire kitchen. I am heading to the Y for 45 minutes on the glider. I also took Pez for a 1. mile walk this AM, and will repeat it tonight. I am still fat and bloated. I am heading into DZONE, kicking and screaming.
I bought an annual pass. Even if I don't get CSR, the DDE and discount at WOD store will counteract the extra expense. It should arrive in 10-14 days, then I'll pop on the site and see what is up.

Ok, off to the Y for a workout. 'll do journals tonight.
Beth
 
Beth:
Stress over things you cannot control at work is really difficult to deal with. I would hope that with the shortage of RNs that management would listen to the nurses that work on different units and maintain a semblance of civility with their decision making processes. I do not know if your hospital is represented by a union, but these issues can often be passed to union representatives to deal with.

Good luck on induction -- DH and I are starting on SB induction next weekend. I'm proud of you for getting your walk in and going to the Y!

-Laurie :sunny:
 
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Hey Beth - I totally agree with what Laurie said. It is out of your control, so stressing over it won't help. Think about YOU and what YOU need right now. I hate that bloating feeling, but it WILL go away. Hang in there and good luck with your induction. Try and stay focus and drink that water :goodvibes
 
Hi I am not stressed much about work. I know I can get a job at a local hospital. It is just morale is really low.

Yesterday wasn't bad. I managed to get through th day with 19 carbs. I also did the 45 minutes on the glider. I tried to get on the boards, but they were SOOOOOOOooo slow. I couldn't even load the WISH board. I ended up watching the Pistons.

Today's plan...
I already took a 1.5 mile walk with Pez.
Got to the Y for cardio and weights.
Clean the house, 2.5 bathrooms and the kitchen at the very least.
Pick Katie up from Camp.
Possibly do some weeding in the yard.
Walk Pez.

Meal plan ...
B: 2 eggs and tea.
L: Cheeseburger patty and salad.
D: Salad, italian chicken, green beans.

I will get to journals throughout hte day.
Take care,
Beth


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More drama. I am seriously becoming paranoid. After lunch I started getting really anxious. No reason, just REALLY edgy. I ended up snacking, way too many carbs by 3PM. Anxiety just kept increasing. I got a call at 315. Katie is headed to the hospital, and I need to go. Not again. She is fine. At snack, she and Rosanna were sharing. Rosanna had peanut butter combos. Katie does know better. In her defense, Katie can eat fat free pretzels and peanut butter. Obviously, I need to do some more educating about her allergies, BUT SHE IS 5 YEARS OLD. Why was she allowed to share? All the counsellors were aware of the allergies. Anyways she didn't have any respiratory issues, which is an improvement, but she is full of hives, including her eyelids and mouth and throat. She is miserable,but ok. I do believe she may have learned her lesson. I have a call out to the head of the camp. Unless she can totally reassure me, I am pulling her from camp, and they better give me a full refund. None of this nonrefundable deposit crap.

Being stuck in the hospital for 3.5 hours, stressed, PMSING, with a miserable 5 yo has led to an astronmical binge. I can't even remember everything I ate. Not good.

Katie will be staying home for the rest of the week. I may put her into the Y's child watch (no food allowed) so I can work out, but it all depends on how she is feeling. I am so ready for things to be boring and uneventful. I swear it has been a year since we have had 2 solid weeks without drama. Quite frankly, I am sick of it.

Right now, I am exhausted, and I am going to bed.
Beth
 
Beth:

I agree - NO MORE DRAMA! and go Pistons! (although it would have been much better if they would have done it in four instead seven).

Poor Katie! that is a hard lesson to learn for a five year old. Adults should be watching every minute but I agree with you, Katie is going to have to learn to protect herself from many things in life. She's a really intelligent girl...if she can remember dance steps, she can remember about what foods she should and should not touch. Make it a game and the more she can remember, the more picnics or other fun things to do with mom, dad, & Pez.

Poor morale on the job is difficult to deal with...and maybe its not the kind of stress that you think of when you have a really difficult night at work. But it is the kind of stress that just doesn't leave you alone when you try to fall asleep at night. We have issues where I work and management just doesn't get it. There is nothing we can do to change things and that adds to the overall stress level. Like I told my GM at my one-on-one meeting today; not every employee concern can or should be acted upon, but its important that the concern is listened to and acknowledged.

Tomorrow is another day, forget about that carbfest and just do your best to stay on track.

Time for you at the Y, OK?

-Laurie :sunny:
 
Thanks Laurie,

Katie just got up. She is still covered in hives, but at least her eyes on mouth are clear. She is able to eat. No camp for her today, and she has to stay out of the sun. I think today is a crafting day. We are meeting friends for the annual Taste of Auburn Hills tonight. Today my goal is to take a long walk and no binging. I need to start somewhere. Since Katie is on Benedryl, I know she will nap, so I will have plenty of time for journals. I also have to do laundry.
Be back in a bit.
Beth
 
Oh Beth,

:hug: for you and Katie both. I hope Katie is feeling better today. I don't understand why the people at the camp would allow her to share food when they know she has food allergies. :confused3 When we had children in the toddler room at church who had food allergies, we watched them like hawks to make sure that they wouldn't eat foods they were not supposed to have. I hope the director of the camp can reassure you that this will not happen again. If not, they better give you a full refund. ::yes::

Beth, I am so sorry that you have to go through this. :hug: You have been through a lot in the past couple of years, but you have really hung in there! Your strength has been such an inspiration to me. ::yes:: I pray that life calms down and stays that way for you and your family. :grouphug:

Take good care of you today, Beth! I'm sending :hug: and :wizard: for you and Katie both.
 
Beth, I'm hoping that by now the camp director has reassured you and all is well. I also hope that Katie is recovering fully. I think YOU should take a nep today too! No more drama for you, sweetie - you've had way more than your fair share. ::yes::

:hug:
 
Oh, my gosh, what an ordeal. :hug: for you, Beth. I'm glad that Katie's doing better--but for Pete's sake, woman, could you let the world know you've had enough already??? I hope that when Katie naps you take some time for yourself to just sit and regroup and recharge. Make some iced tea, pet your puppy. . .hey it always works for me! :p

Take care, friend. You're a strong cookie.

Erin
 
Hi guys,

I decide that since Katie can't go to camp, we'd head to my parents. They have a pond that is swim worthy, and it will be 98degrees today. She also gets some attention from MiMi and Papa. I talked with the director. She is meeting with all counsellors and will do sme education on food allergies. I am willing to give them 1 more chance. The only other camp in the area for kids Katie's age that has openings is$215/week. I can't manage that. They did refund the tuition for the rest of this week.

I did manage 4 miles on my parent's treaddie. Today will be swimming and more treaddie time. I was OP yesterday. Not induction levels, but less than 50 carbs.

I need to get off my Mom's computer, she actually has to do some work. Imagine. I'll be home tomorow night.

Take care,
Beth
 
Enjoy your mini-vacation, Beth! What a wonderful idea!! :cloud9:

Take good care of you, dear Beth - you are so worth it!! ::yes::

:hug: and :love:
 
Beth:

Some time with your folks sounds like a worthy trip. I hope that Katie's hives disappear very soon.

-Laurie :sunny:

98 degrees sound almost inviting...we're looking at rain over the weekend (again) and my lawn needs mowing!
 
hope katie is feeling better and i hope you have a great weekend!! sorry i have not been around..i have missed you!!
 
Hi Beth,

Wow, it must be so hard and scarey to send Katie to camp with her food allergies. I hope you enjoyed your weekend :)

Sunny
 

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