DISappearing Peeps...A fastpass to THIN! Part 2

[aries1980]

Been so busy here just dropping in.... to say hi!

 

[the Fidge]

Been so busy here just dropping in.... to say hi!

Wooo Hooty 300!!!!!

 

[pigget74]

Hi

winkers, shula. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

DisneyJo

I've got to stop having a life and get back over here!

Feeling better. Just tired. Tomorrow is the Dr. apt. Nervous.

How far along are you? Hope everything is going well.

 

[Disneyfreak92]

Winkers and Shula

You are both continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Lots of to you both! I would like to share my story with you. Just take from it what you can. It is so hard to tell someone else what they can do at a time like this to help ease the pain. Everyone is different. I'm sharing in the hopes that you are able to find something in it that is of help to you. And know that we are all here for you!

Back in November of 2003, I was working at a job where I took phone calls all day. I had gotten a voicemail from my mom, but hadn't had time to respond to it. When she finally reached me, it was to tell me that my dad had passed away. My mom and dad had been divorced since I was 10, and my dad was 20 years older than my mom, making him 78 at the time of his death. I hadn't seen Dad in a few months. It was difficult to keep in touch with him because he didn't have a phone at the time. And I hadn't made as much effort as I could have either. We had our issues, but we had a pretty good relationship considering the divorce and our age difference of almost 50 years. I was completely shocked and devastated when I heard the news. He has never been sick, other than the occassional cold. My mom used to joke about him outliving her because she has had so many health problems. My half brother and half sister, who are about 20 years older than me and live in Arizona came back to Illinois, and we dealt with everything. He was behind on some bills, which was NOT like him, and we came to find out that he had been acting strangely (confused, forgetting things). We believe it was a stroke. We didn't have a service. My half brother took dad's ashes back to Arizona to spread. I think it was about a week before I was back at work. My grandfather (on my mom's side - dad's parents were gone when I was born) had not been doing well and was in the hospital. At the end of my week back at work, my mom was saying that it wasn't good. Grandpa was in congestive heart failure & might not have long. I told my boss. I went home, and DH was waiting for me to tell me the news. Mom hadn't wanted to call me at work again after last time. At Grandpa's service, everyone was coming up to me to say how awful all this was, and I just couldn't believe it was happening. When I lost dad, I was 29. I felt like I shouldn't be without my dad so soon, and I felt like a little girl again, just wanting my daddy. After grandpa, I was just exhausted. It was so much to fathom. Grandpa had actually been telling Mom for years that he did NOT want to go to a nursing home - EVER! And he would have been in one in days if he had not passed away. So, that was a blessing. He was really suffering in the end. My grandma was not in good health, and my mom had actually been living with them for years, following a fall in which my grandma had broken her hip. Over the next year and a half, Grandma continued to be in and out of the nursing home, and spent much of her time confused about where she was, who was there, and what was going on around her. In April of 2005, she was in a nursing home, and Mom and I went to visit because it was getting pretty bad. I was surprised when I saw her. And I knew it wouldn't be much longer. She was asking why God hadn't taken her yet. It was heartbreaking! About 2 weeks later, she passed. It was a blessing, but I miss her so much. Before my dad passed away I was a size 14 or 16 (I can't remember for sure which), and today I am a size 20. That is not to say that these deaths are the only reason I turned to food over the past few years, but they are some of the biggest, and once it started, I found it hard to stop. When I noticed I was gaining, it depressed me more, and I ate more. How silly was that? In retrospect, I think it would have been more reasonable for me to cut myself some slack without letting go completely. But that isn't what I did, and now I am working hard to make up for it. I can accept that, but it doesn't change the fact that I wish I had acted differently.

Like I said, take from my story what you will. I don't know what to tell you. I can tell you that if you fall, we will be here to help pick you back up. Don't beat yourself up over slip-ups, and take care of yourselves - mind, body, and soul. I am sure that is what your loved ones would want. Much love to you both!

 

[UtahMama]

Aries! 300 is a biggie! Woo Hooty for YOU-tee!!!!

Monica- I love your baby already! I know we all do! We are such a geeky thread... I wouldn't trade you guys for anything! Tell us what you hear, little peanut!

Dweatl- sorry abour your ear! Sounds like agony....especially the no-appetite part Hope it'll be feeling better soon.


Shula- oh Gosh, I am so sorry! You've got your hands full. You can do this. We're here for ya whenever you need to talk!

Winkers- How is she today? How are YOU today? Uggg, you poor thing. So sorry you're going through this. You're SO loved

Disney Jo- You need to send those truffles to ME so you wont eat them! I'll keep an eye on them for you


Everyone- We're watching the "Once Upon a Potty" video from the library! Bet you want to come and watch it with us! It has a catchy little song in it that me and Norah are singing. Guess what Norah does everytime she sits on the potty? She FARTS and says she's done. It is totally fun to wipe imaginary pee and flush and wash our hands though!!!!!! What a princess!

 

[monymony3471]

God Luck at the Doctor's tomorrow. Is it heartbeat time yet?

Because I'm so scared about what Dr told me last delivery, no more kids. I'm just a wreck.

We should hear a hearbeat at this one. ONLY ONE. It's the first apt too. They wait til your at least 10 weeks before they see you at his office.

 

[pixie dust 112]

Because I'm so scared about what Dr told me last delivery, no more kids. I'm just a wreck.

We should hear a hearbeat at this one. ONLY ONE. It's the first apt too. They wait til your at least 10 weeks before they see you at his office.

Hope everything goes well! My doc always had me come in as soon as I knew I was "with child"!

 

[DisneyObsession]

Because I'm so scared about what Dr told me last delivery, no more kids. I'm just a wreck.

We should hear a hearbeat at this one. ONLY ONE. It's the first apt too. They wait til your at least 10 weeks before they see you at his office.

Monica...Things will work out. Don't be nervous, it will only raise your blood pressure! On a side note...just because they hear ONE heartbeat, doesn't mean it's only one! I had one heartbeat for 5 months until the ultrasound showed TWO babies!

 

[monymony3471]

Monica...Things will work out. Don't be nervous, it will only raise your blood pressure! On a side note...just because they hear ONE heartbeat, doesn't mean it's only one! I had one heartbeat for 5 months until the ultrasound showed TWO babies!

Don't say mean things like that!!!!!!!!!

<--------Hands over ears and humming very loudly.......

 

[S.Poppins]

Lately it seems to me when it rains, it pours . . . My grandfather passed away yesterday and even though he had been sick, I don't think any of us were really prepared because the doctors couldn't really say if he had months or years.

I really don't want to fall off the diet wagon because I've been trying so hard and doing so well, but I know the next few weeks will be a challenge for me and my family. My dad has been laid off now for almost 6 months, and it was his father, and so my DH and I have been so supportive of him lately both emotionally and somewhat financially to help my mom get him through his unemployment and now this. My DH is going to Columbus on Sunday night for 3 weeks for his nursing home administrator's licensing, and my parents have been offering for me and our dogs to come stay with them while he's gone . . . So he basically things I should stay with them at least next week with all that they're going through because it seems like they really want me there. In addition to all of this, I went to the doctor Tuesday night because I've been having a cramp in my calf for the last couple of weeks, and the good news is that it isn't a blood clot, but somehow I seriously injured it so now I'm on like three different medications and not allowed to exercise for at least two weeks or so.

I just don't know where to turn, and I appreciate all of my peeps here for keeping me laughing and upbeat, and of course the support. I'm really gonna try to stick to my diet and perhaps even walk on the treadmill at my parents a bit just to keep active, but I appreciate any suggestions and words of wisdom from you guys to help me take it one day at time!!

You are in our prayers. I hope you start feeling better physically. (smilies are moved AGAIN)

Stacey--On days that DH is home I am up no later than 5:30. When he is on the road which will be next week I have to get up no later than 4:30. On those days I have to get all kids up and ready (heck I do this when he is home), Joshua to daycare, and me and the older ones to school by 7:15. In order for this to happen I must have Joshua at school no later than 6:40. This is the time I start tutoring every morning.

I need ideas for superbowl Sunday--I am going over to another families home and that coulple is on WW, but none of the other families are. HELP!! I want to take fun stuff, but also something that I know that I can have. I knew you guys could help me.

We are having a superbowl party at church. This is our free day. So I will eat light all day and splurge at the party!

I have a funny--at least I think it is funny--Last night DD started Prednisone (sp) and cingular for asthma--the prednisone I usually give at morning, but we has to give it in the pm yesterday b/c we got it so late. Anyway I gave all meds at 5:00. We get home from church and she gets ready for bed. She put on jogging pants to sleep in and a t shirt. Well this morning she gets up and says, "Mom, something strange happened last night." I am thinkging Oh, God please do not tell me you started. Well, thankfully that was not it. Anyway she continues, "Someone put my shirt in the toilet! and I went to bed with jogging pants on and now I have on jeans." I told her baby, you walked around in your sleep. Now, where is that shirt! I put it in my shower. Ok. The end. I tried not to laugh in front of her, but I did.

Because I'm so scared about what Dr told me last delivery, no more kids. I'm just a wreck.

We should hear a hearbeat at this one. ONLY ONE. It's the first apt too. They wait til your at least 10 weeks before they see you at his office.

I know everything will go great! Be sure to let us all know.

Hope everyone is having a great day!

 

[dwheatl]

Because I'm so scared about what Dr told me last delivery, no more kids. I'm just a wreck.

We should hear a heartbeat at this one. ONLY ONE. It's the first apt too. They wait til your at least 10 weeks before they see you at his office.

I'm praying for you Monica. Pamper yourself, and try not to worry (easier said than done, I know). Can you watch a funny movie or something to help you relax?

 

[dance2874]

I have been gone all day and BOY you guys have been busy! Seems like alot of us are having some rough patches, so We are all here to listen to each other and that is so wonderful!

And it is snowing here in TX today too!! It is so pretty but I know it wont last.

 

[harleygirl]

evening peeps...hello fellow skinny minnies, working hard tobe skinny for tomorrows weigh in

DisneyJo - LOVE Lindt chocs!!!

Pixie - Utah, my song to my boys is "someone to watch over me"

Princess V - your doing so great!!! dont give up!!! I read somewhere that they dont actually time the fun run...but the website says different...but I do think time starts after the last person has crossed the start line...but dont worry, peeps rock and we'll get there together!!!

Mony and our peepbaby - good luck tomorrow!

dwheatl - hope you feel better

Fidgiepoo - you have had a major break through!!! Great JOb!!!! i know staying out of the kitchen is hard, after my younggest was born, he was very sick and I had to give him meds every 4 hrs round the clock...so naturaly I found myself eating while trying to take care of him at all hours of the morning...very hard habit to learn sleeping thru the night!

hi Aries!!!

 

[harleygirl]

Lynda - thank you for sharing.

I had this big long post about my story with my Dad, but I changed my mind...we are all down in the pits, time to get out! lets have a party and try to perk up a bit

 

[Disneyfreak92]

So, today has been full of excitement. One of my best friends, who has been dating this guy for about 7 years, got ENGAGED! She thought it was never going to happen, and that she wouldn't have kids because she refused to have them until they were married. I am sooooo excited for her!!!

And...DH and I made a little purchase today in the form of 100 Animal Kingdom Villas DVC points! Added to our existing 150 at SSR, we now have 250 points! So, we shouldn't have to borrow anymore.

Then, I came home, and what is waiting for me, but a recipe journal from our BEE-loved Bee! So excited Bee! I can't wait to add to your book and send it on its way!

 

[harleygirl]

oh YAY!!!!! you got a book!!!

 

[Disneyfreak92]

Lynda - thank you for sharing.

I had this big long post about my story with my Dad, but I changed my mind...we are all down in the pits, time to get out! lets have a party and try to perk up a bit

I debated about whether or not to post mine. I just thought if it's possible it could help someone in any way, it's worth it.

Let's do have a party! If only we could actually get together in person and give each other hugs!

 

[dwheatl]

Lynda - thank you for sharing.

I had this big long post about my story with my Dad, but I changed my mind...we are all down in the pits, time to get out! lets have a party and try to perk up a bit

Time? Great! DH and I are going to a Ground Hog Day party tomorrow night. It's part of our new year's resolution to have more fun. We'll be the night away

Also, we're having a pajama party in kindergarten tomorrow. Cocoa and cinnamon toast for the kiddies, and we all show up in our jammies.

 

[harleygirl]

I debated about whether or not to post mine. I just thought if it's possible it could help someone in any way, it's worth it.

Let's do have a party! If only we could actually get together in person and give each other hugs!

It was a touching story - I just got to sappy in mine, thats why I rethought it! congrats on the DVC points! Idont understand how it works, but it sounds cool!!!

We are gonna have a great time when we have our meet!!

 

[harleygirl]

Time? Great! DH and I are going to a Ground Hog Day party tomorrow night. It's part of our new year's resolution to have more fun. We'll be the night away
Also, we're having a pajama party in kindergarten tomorrow. Cocoa and cinnamon toast for the kiddies, and we all show up in our jammies.

Good for you!!! too many times the kids and work and life takes over and we need that special couple time to remind us why we chose to live our lives with this man