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

[ThinkTink75]

OH dear..that is so tough I am such an animal lover too and i can't imagine being in your shoes! I would say hold out for a place that includes Liam. Is there anyone that your boyfriend can stay with once his apt. is gone or is he straight out without any place to stay in the meantime. You are with your parents so obviously you and Liam have a roof over your heads for now, which is good obviously. SO as much of a " not perfect situation" it would be to have your pup at your parents for a while, its still better than getting rid of him, I think. Are you guys thinking of bringing him to an animal shelter? I implore you not to do that, even if that is your last ditch effort...That is my only advice I guess, sorry its not so helpful..but i certainly do feel for you!

I would never bring him back to a shelter. He is a shelter dog already and as of our adoption last October, he had already had 2 other owners and he wasn't even two yet. He is just a good boy who wanted some love. I just don't know what to do.

Oh what an awful problem! I can't imagine having to give-up my Mags. You've probably already done these, but I'd try:

1. Contacting local humane society to ask about pet friendly apartment/houses in the area. Ours keeps an up-to-date listing of apartment complexes/landlords that will allow dogs. Maybe they have one or two that you didn't know about.

2. Also try contacting your vet's office.

3. Camp out at the local dog park. Strike up a convo with people owned by dogs about the same size as Liam and see where they live.

4. Talk to anyone and everyone about good places to rent. You never know who has an aunt/grandma/friend who has a garage apartment for rent.

5. Advertise yourselves as potential renters on Craigslist.

6. Get Liam certified as a "Canine Good Citizen," and give a copy of the certification to any potentail landlords. Also get "references" from previous landlord, vet, pet sitter, roommates, friends.

7. Expand your search area a bit -- maybe there is something in the next town over?!?

8. Assuming he is a well behaved, charming boy, I'd take Liam apartment shopping with me. Let him show off his good manners and winning personality. I mean, who could say no to a sweet loving little face??

BTW what breed or mix of breeds is he?? That could make a big diff in someone bending the rules...

Good luck, I'm sending happy thoughts your way!!

I am going to try calling the vet but I have done every online pet friendly search imaginable and nothing. We have already expanded our search and I just don't know what to do. Liam is a Lab/Pointer/Beagle by the way. Adorable, about 45 lbs... so as far as breed restrictions at apartment complexes that is not where we have run into a problem its that many have wieght restrictions. How do you get a Canine Good Citizen Cert?

Thanks...

 

[MJMouse]

I would never bring him back to a shelter. He is a shelter dog already and as of our adoption last October, he had already had 2 other owners and he wasn't even two yet. He is just a good boy who wanted some love. I just don't know what to do.


I am going to try calling the vet but I have done every online pet friendly search imaginable and nothing. We have already expanded our search and I just don't know what to do. Liam is a Lab/Pointer/Beagle by the way. Adorable, about 45 lbs... so as far as breed restrictions at apartment complexes that is not where we have run into a problem its that many have wieght restrictions. How do you get a Canine Good Citizen Cert?

Thanks...

Lab, pointer, and beagle?? I'll bet he is a sweetie!! The Canine Good Citizen program is through the American Kennel Club, but is open to all dogs (purebred or not). Try going to http://www.akc.org/events/cgc/program.cfm?page=2 for more info. The "test" inludes things that most good house dogs already do...

Good luck!!!

 

[Disneyfreak92]

So I am sorry I skipped wiegh in and haven't much been around the last couple days.
We looked at another apartment. We decided we liked it and sent them our app and credit reports. The real estate agent we were working with asked them about our dog twice in my presence and told me she had asked once before hand. We loved the location and could deal with the price ($950/mo) so we were getting nervous to hear whether we were approved today or not. Guess what? they were WRONG about the DOGs and Liam would not be allowed because dogs in that complex are not allowed and they can only be grandfathered in. Hmmm. So, where does that leave us?? After around 50 phone calls and a dozen or so apartments looked at-- 2 options, both with no dog, and on top of that nothing else we can find that is feasable with him. Either we can't afford it or they don't allow dogs or they are junk. I just don't know what to do anymore. I almost wish we had never got him because then I wouldn't be so in love with him and it wouldn't hurt so much thinking that I have to leave him. I know dogs have feelings and all but will he feel abandoned if we have to get rid of him? Will he miss us like we would miss him? I feel like I would be abandoning my child. I wish we had more options. I don't know really what else to do. Any advice? What would you guys do?

I would never bring him back to a shelter. He is a shelter dog already and as of our adoption last October, he had already had 2 other owners and he wasn't even two yet. He is just a good boy who wanted some love. I just don't know what to do.


I am going to try calling the vet but I have done every online pet friendly search imaginable and nothing. We have already expanded our search and I just don't know what to do. Liam is a Lab/Pointer/Beagle by the way. Adorable, about 45 lbs... so as far as breed restrictions at apartment complexes that is not where we have run into a problem its that many have wieght restrictions. How do you get a Canine Good Citizen Cert?

Thanks...

Well, first -

His breed mix sounds adorable! My dad had a german pointer when I was a kid, and our baby, Jasper is a beagle. And she's a Canine Good Citizen. We took the class/test through the same training facility we used for puppy manners class and now use for agility classes. I am sure you can find an evaluator through AKC or by calling a local training facility. Other than that, I don't really have any brilliant suggestions that haven't already been mentioned. I wish I did! You'll continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you find a solution to this dilemma VERY soon!

 

[HockeyKat]

Thinktink, so sorry about your issues finding a home for you, Rob, and your doggie. I can't imagine giving up my cat, so I will be thinking about you and hoping that you find a place that will take all three of you.

Melinda, I will send you my itinerary tomorrow... I am out sick today and it is at work.

Stupid frackin' cold!!! I was reading up on it and it says I shouldn't work out until I am better. Meh! I was hoping to get down to 170 before the WDW trip. At least I am sick now and not two weeks from now. Every single fracking time I see my brother's 1 and 2.5 yr old, I get a cold. Only had three colds in the last year and all are from them. I love them but geebus, I need to wear a mask!

I have been watching Biggest Loser Season 1 (I think) marathon from yesterday and some I DVRed, today. I really, really wish they would put height when they do the weigh-in... still, it is inspiring.

I think DH and I are definitely going to try Alli when we get back, starting probably Oct 1.

 

[punkin413]

you brave girl..that superman ride at our local six flags ( New England) makes me turn such beautiful shades of GREEN..not cute.
HA..i love the synopsis you gave me. From what i saw last night i would lean towards Jameka and Jessica as well. they seem decent enough. Its funny, I was always one to watch survivor, Real World, all those crazy reality shows, but now i think the contestants are just so into just being "famous" from the shows that they aren't even being real people anymore. I don't feel "attached" like I used to, even American Idol and SYTYCD feels that way, although i still watch those.
Biggest Loser though, thats a different story..i can't wait for that one to come back on! I always find someone to really like on there!

superman may be different in georgia than it is in new england. i know the superman ride in kentucky is a "drop" ride, the one where the girl recently had her legs cut off because a cable broke. we have one of those in georgia but it's called acrophobia and i DON'T do it! the superman ride here is a roller coaster where your feet are locked in and then you're tilted horizontal to the ground.....so fun! like you're flying! here's a link to a video of it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xu1GEu5Ks3Y

the only reality shows i watch are BB, AI, SYTYCD and occasionally survivor. i can't get into the rest of them. i may try biggest loser though....i've heard some good things about it. i used to watch the real world until somewhere around the las vegas cast. now all the people just annoy me. it's like the first thing they think when they get there is "where's the alcohol? and who can i hook up with next?" it's just gross.

Oh what an awful problem! I can't imagine having to give-up my Mags. You've probably already done these, but I'd try:

thinktink - i was just seconding the suggestions by mjmouse! i hope everything works out. i can't think of any suggestions though.....just keep trying.....

We're back from vacation and ready to hop back up onto the wagon

hop back on....we're here for you! hope you had a magical vacation!!!

 

[abish19]

Okay everybody...I really need some motivation! I'm having a bad day - one of those days where everything combines to frustrate you, but you can't point to one thing specifically. Problem is, I am SUCH a stress eater! Any stress at all, I eat. I am tempted to get in the car and find the biggest order of fries in creation and slurp it down with a bucket-sized Pepsi. I've already fallen off of my "this feels like too few calories" diet today (not too badly yet) but MAN! This is hard!

I'm going to go back and read some of the earlier pages of the thread that I haven't yet covered (this is one huge thread!). I know I'll find the strength I need. (Cue "Wind Beneath My Wings.")

Plus, I have 158 days until my WDW trip. I'll keep my eye (and hips, and thighs, etc.) on the prize!

 

[HockeyKat]

Abish, I have two remedies for the eat everything in sight thing... my favorite is 94% fat free popcorn. One whole bag is only 180 calories, I put it in a bowl and add some butter spray and salt and it fulfills my munchie craving. Another good one for me is to make ff onion dip (ff sour cream and lipton onion soup mix), and cut up veggies to dip in it. I also count out 15 ff pringles for my chip craving, but the veggies fill me up enough to keep me from wanting more.

I am definitely a munchie/stress eater so I know how you feel!! Stay strong...

Oh I forgot to add that I call those days, "pecked to death by a duck" days... one peck isn't so bad but combined you are like ARGH!!

 

[UtahMama]

Okay everybody...I really need some motivation! I'm having a bad day - one of those days where everything combines to frustrate you, but you can't point to one thing specifically. Problem is, I am SUCH a stress eater! Any stress at all, I eat. I am tempted to get in the car and find the biggest order of fries in creation and slurp it down with a bucket-sized Pepsi. I've already fallen off of my "this feels like too few calories" diet today (not too badly yet) but MAN! This is hard!

I'm going to go back and read some of the earlier pages of the thread that I haven't yet covered (this is one huge thread!). I know I'll find the strength I need. (Cue "Wind Beneath My Wings.")

Plus, I have 158 days until my WDW trip. I'll keep my eye (and hips, and thighs, etc.) on the prize!

From experience I know there's really nothing we can say, but offer you hugs and support.

You're not alone! I have 25 days to lose 20 pounds

I eat for any thing! I was sooooo happy my boys went back to school today (who wouldn't???) so I ate a cupcake leftover from Norah's 3rd birthday party yesterday. YESTERDAY I refrained . Well, it WAS an ARIEL cupcake!!!!! What am I a saint???


For the record, in case I just made one of you crave an Ariel cupcake, it was HIDEOUSLY tasteless and lardy. I noticed this after the first bite even. But I was celebrating.

 

[abish19]

Thank you, thank you girls! You're incredible.

UM, isn't it weird how even the most not-tasty things are so tempting? I'd take just about anything right now! By the way, thanks for starting this wonderful thread. Reading back on the prior posts makes me laugh so hard! This is PIYPH (Pee-in-your-pants-hilarious!)!

Happily, my DH took the kiddos out for ice cream with my parents (HALLELUJAH! I love my children, but they were unwitting contributors to my bad day!), so I think that I'll go for a little walk. The weather's great tonight, sort of fall-ish).

HockeyKat, I'll have to find some foods that help with the cravings. Popcorn sounds good, actually!

Should I do South Beach? I'm a big sugar person...can I stick to it or is it just unrealistic for me? (Thanks for helping me find my "Dieter Identity!")

BIG love and hugs to all!

 

[HockeyKat]

Abish, no problem. And call me Kat! I personally couldn't stick to South Beach because I need the ability to sneak in a bite here or there of a treat. However, I keep it to just a bite usually! I know South Beach has worked for some.

I do straight 1200 calories and tons of exercise. I allow a cheat day every other week, although sometimes life turns it into once a week. I use sparkpeople.com to track my eating and fitness habits. They can generate menus for you, but I use my own. Some people here do the caloriequeen thing (goal weight x 12, I think) with success, as well. I try to stick to 1200 to allow for an occasional treat, as in my opinion the calories count more for the week than for the day... your mileage may vary with that one!

Some other favorite treats are the 100 cal packs (ice cream, cupcakes, etc) as they limit my portion for me. Hungry Man makes a 540 calorie chicken and cheese fry meal that was yummy, although it does have tons of fat. A happy meal will also do, at 500 cals for the 6 mcnugget variety. Or a KFC chicken breast meal, throw out the skin and biscuit, with mac&cheese and mashed potatoes/gravy, also 500 calories. McD's ice cream cone is only 150 and a good treat, too.

Hope your night is better than your day!

 

[eeyore45]

AAAAAaaaack! Somebody shoot me! I'm a horrible mother. I planned a trip to DISNEYWORLD!! BUT I just dont understand dd CANT get on a plane... ever... again!

drama. drama. drama.

she has been crying all afternoon!! (I showed her a milkshake from Tony's from the Dining review thread - and the Pick a pearl thread) I told her she "wont" get on a plane... she has to decide! I got her the travel wrist motion sickness bands, I told her about dramamine, and emitrol (nausea medicine) "but I CANT take medicine, it tastes terrible")

drama. drama. drama.

BUT if she makes up her mind, there is no way they'll let us on a plane with her screaming - and trust me, she'll scream if its not her idea!

DH and I may have to ditch the dd!!

So I make a great heart healthy meal. DH has me pick him up from work at 6:30... I'm starving. A salad (homemade dressing heavy on the balsamic, touch of olive oil), tilapia fish fillet, and wild rice... he comes downstairs... he has to go for a run!!

DD goes over to a friends house!!

Some days are like this!!

 

[Disneyfreak92]

Okay everybody...I really need some motivation! I'm having a bad day - one of those days where everything combines to frustrate you, but you can't point to one thing specifically. Problem is, I am SUCH a stress eater! Any stress at all, I eat. I am tempted to get in the car and find the biggest order of fries in creation and slurp it down with a bucket-sized Pepsi. I've already fallen off of my "this feels like too few calories" diet today (not too badly yet) but MAN! This is hard!

I'm going to go back and read some of the earlier pages of the thread that I haven't yet covered (this is one huge thread!). I know I'll find the strength I need. (Cue "Wind Beneath My Wings.")

Plus, I have 158 days until my WDW trip. I'll keep my eye (and hips, and thighs, etc.) on the prize!

Thank you, thank you girls! You're incredible.

UM, isn't it weird how even the most not-tasty things are so tempting? I'd take just about anything right now! By the way, thanks for starting this wonderful thread. Reading back on the prior posts makes me laugh so hard! This is PIYPH (Pee-in-your-pants-hilarious!)!

Happily, my DH took the kiddos out for ice cream with my parents (HALLELUJAH! I love my children, but they were unwitting contributors to my bad day!), so I think that I'll go for a little walk. The weather's great tonight, sort of fall-ish).

HockeyKat, I'll have to find some foods that help with the cravings. Popcorn sounds good, actually!

Should I do South Beach? I'm a big sugar person...can I stick to it or is it just unrealistic for me? (Thanks for helping me find my "Dieter Identity!")

BIG love and hugs to all!

I wanted to give and say that I like what Kat said about coming up with some healthy options for your 'munchies'. I also wanted to share with you a tip from much earlier in this thread that I like to think of when I have days like yours. The tip was to put a sign on your fridge, cabinets, pantry, etc. that says "The answers are not in here." I don't actually have a sign, but the statement speaks volumes to me, and I think about it before I go reaching for food when I'm stressed.

 

[Disneyfreak92]

AAAAAaaaack! Somebody shoot me! I'm a horrible mother. I planned a trip to DISNEYWORLD!! BUT I just dont understand dd CANT get on a plane... ever... again!

drama. drama. drama.

she has been crying all afternoon!! (I showed her a milkshake from Tony's from the Dining review thread - and the Pick a pearl thread) I told her she "wont" get on a plane... she has to decide! I got her the travel wrist motion sickness bands, I told her about dramamine, and emitrol (nausea medicine) "but I CANT take medicine, it tastes terrible")

drama. drama. drama.

BUT if she makes up her mind, there is no way they'll let us on a plane with her screaming - and trust me, she'll scream if its not her idea!

DH and I may have to ditch the dd!!

So I make a great heart healthy meal. DH has me pick him up from work at 6:30... I'm starving. A salad (homemade dressing heavy on the balsamic, touch of olive oil), tilapia fish fillet, and wild rice... he comes downstairs... he has to go for a run!!

DD goes over to a friends house!!

Some days are like this!!

Oh Sandy! That stinks! Would it help to tell DD that I'll be there, and I'm really cool, and she should want to meet me? j/k I DO hope your evening gets better though.

 

[HockeyKat]

Lynda!! I LOVE that slogan. What a great idea!!

I still feel like poo. I hate colds. Whine, whine, whine!!

 

[Wonders10]

Vent time ....

My first week of my internship went pretty well. This week I am swamped! But I get that it is part of the job. But it is stressing me out because of the planning and because I will have 5 diagnostic reports to write by the end of the week. Not fun. In addition, the thing that is bugging me the most is that my supervisor, while super nice and excellent in the field, seems to be MIA everytime I'm in a session. I've seen patients since last Tuesday and I've yet to hear any form of criticism or praise or any feedback at all. I know that I'm not a total newbie to this but I am still in my learning period and this internship is supposed to be about doing therapy in a "real world" setting WITH SUPERVISION! And then saying something could open up a whole new can of words. I may seem like I don't think she is doing her job or like I have low self confidence and don't think I'm competent (which I do sometimes - I'm still learning!) So frustrating. Then to top it off, I suddenly decided that it would be normal to burst into tears because I remembered I had to make my lunch for tomorrow when all I really want to do is hide under the covers. Guess that was my breaking point. I'm just feeling very overwhelmed and like I don't really have anyone to talk to about it since I'm never down at the clinic and no one outside of the school really truly understands the stress of it. Anyway, thanks for the vent. Wish me luck tomorrow and the rest of the week...I think I'm going to need it!

and to all the peeps!

 

[mousehouselover]

First off; and more for those who need them.

AAAAAaaaack! Somebody shoot me! I'm a horrible mother. I planned a trip to DISNEYWORLD!! BUT I just dont understand dd CANT get on a plane... ever... again!

drama. drama. drama.

she has been crying all afternoon!! (I showed her a milkshake from Tony's from the Dining review thread - and the Pick a pearl thread) I told her she "wont" get on a plane... she has to decide! I got her the travel wrist motion sickness bands, I told her about dramamine, and emitrol (nausea medicine) "but I CANT take medicine, it tastes terrible")

drama. drama. drama.

BUT if she makes up her mind, there is no way they'll let us on a plane with her screaming - and trust me, she'll scream if its not her idea!

DH and I may have to ditch the dd!!

DD#2 could not, would not, don't make her unless you wanted to clean up vomit; take a pill. She was 9 yrs old and I was asking the Dr for liquids for her, including a stronger tylenol concentration so she wasn't drinking 1/4th of a bottle to get the right amount of meds. He told me to get a bag of M&Ms and have her practice swallowing M&Ms whole. If she could swallow 10 in a row, she could have the rest of the bag. It actually worked!! I have no idea what the difference was between meds and candy but she was able to swallow 10 before she got half way through the bag. (The little one from the vending machine or check out lane, not the 16 oz party size.)

My first day at work was good. I caught on to things pretty quickly so I think I'm going to be ok. I did however discover I've misplaced my SS card........ I have no idea where it could be. I used to keep mine and the youngin's cards in my pocketbook but took them out for safe keeping a few years ago. I have the kids' cards but not mine.

I spent almost all day on my feet and moving. I only get to have food and drink during my breaks and meals so I won't be able to graze during the day any more. Less food and more movement.......sounds like a winning recipe for weight loss!! I'm on the day shift for most of this week and then I'll start working my normal afternoon shift. I go in after lunch and work until 10. No night time eating!! And I'll be gone when DH gets his ice cream cravings!

Night y'all! I'll check in sometime tomorrow.

 

[Disneyfreak92]

Just a quick post before I turn in to say that I updated my trippie again!

 

[dwheatl]

AAAAAaaaack! Somebody shoot me! I'm a horrible mother. I planned a trip to DISNEYWORLD!! BUT I just dont understand dd CANT get on a plane... ever... again!
drama. drama. drama.

Have you had her talk to her pediatrician? My DD can hear me say something (e.g. this medicine will help you) and totally dismiss it, but if her dr. says it, it's gospel. I also think the, "Sorry we'll have to leave you with Grandma (or whoever) while we go to WDW without you," might shake her up.

I still feel like poo. I hate colds. Whine, whine, whine!!

Sorry. Get well soon.

Vent time ....

My first week of my internship went pretty well. This week I am swamped!

It's all a big dance, isn't it? We were just discussing a principal I had who told me to write my own evaluation and give it to the secretary to type up, and he would sign it. I went for it because I was insecure then, but in hindsight, I could have used some more help assessing my strengths and weaknesses and some tips on classroom management. You might just directly ask your supervisor for more direct observation and feedback, but I'm a big wuss, so I have never done that.

Today was my first day back with the students. They are adorable. I came home pooped, but I went to the gym anyway. Yay me. I figured out that the piece of b-day cake I had yesterday was over 600 calories, so I knew I had to go burn some of it off. I had a first day nightmare this morning. I dreamed that I went to school in my grungiest sweats and a holey t-shirt. Then I went back home to change and there were strange people in my house. I woke up yelling. Hope I sleep better tonight.

 

[lexmelinda]

GOOD MORNING!

I finally got up early-ish!

Noni....So happy you're liking the new job!! That's great that it will take place during your "temptation hours". I do better on eating/exercising on the days I work. Makes you get into a routine.

Shannon....No advice just sorry you're not getting more feedback. Don't stress! Maybe she feels that you are so good that you don't need a lot of supervision!

Sandy....Would DD like a pen pal or email pal? Maybe one that she could meet in Disney World!? OOO! Here's another thought, I could drive to Indy and we could exchange daughters. My DD would finally get to fly and your DD would be sentenced to 14 hours in the car with a 7 year old brother!!! That'd teach her that flying rules and driving drools!

Punkin....Did you say: "the only reality shows i watch are BB, AI, SYTYCD and occasionally survivor." Cause I think that's quite a few since I don't watch any. Unless you count What Not to Wear? Oh! Did you see the reunion show they had last week where they had 8 former make-overs come back? It was good!

Abish....I am not a stress eater but more of a bored eater. How many times a day can one woman open the fridge? But. My new "bag of chips" or "box of Cheez-its" as it were, is spinach salad. I keep a bag of spinach in my fridge all the time and I know that any time I need to occupy my mouth, I can dump out a huge mound of spinach, squeeze on some Kraft Lite Three Cheese Ranch and go to town. This also applies to a bowl of Fiber One cereal or a carton of yogurt. Now you may not like spinach, cereal or yogurt BUT....find something healthy that you do like that's easy to reach for, no preparation needed, and get the bad food that's easy to reach for out of the house.

Danielle....I can see those fresh little kinder faces now! Hope you have a great first week and nobody misses mommy too much. And about that nightmare.

Kat....No rush on the itinerary. Today or tomorrow is fine and the briefer the better really.

LYNDA...I'll be over to catch up on your TR this morning if I can.

Wendy....Get the gross lardy cupcakes outta the house! Feed them to the daycare buddies!

FIDGE!?! PIXIE!!?! DENE!!?!

Everybody else.....

HAVE A GREAT DAY!!!

 

[pigget74]

Vent time ....

My first week of my internship went pretty well. This week I am swamped! But I get that it is part of the job. But it is stressing me out because of the planning and because I will have 5 diagnostic reports to write by the end of the week.

I have had supervisors like that when DD was in speech therapy--as a parent I wanted to see them around, even if the student was doing a great job! I am sure that you are doing wonderful.

My first day at work was good. I caught on to things pretty quickly so I think I'm going to be ok. I did however discover I've misplaced my SS card........ I have no idea where it could be. I used to keep mine and the youngin's cards in my pocketbook but took them out for safe keeping a few years ago. I have the kids' cards but not mine.

I spent almost all day on my feet and moving. I only get to have food and drink during my breaks and meals so I won't be able to graze during the day any more. Less food and more movement.......sounds like a winning recipe for weight loss!! I'm on the day shift for most of this week and then I'll start working my normal afternoon shift. I go in after lunch and work until 10. No night time eating!! And I'll be gone when DH gets his ice cream cravings!

Night y'all! I'll check in sometime tomorrow.

Way to go . I am sure that you are beat. Hopefully you will remember where you put your SS card---nothing like putting it in a sage place and not remembering where the place is----I have done that to many times to count.



Melinda--way to go on getting up this am. As for now I will still be up at 530--but when DH yravels it will be 445. Not looking forward to that.

Hope everyone has a BLESSED AND SKINNY DAY!!!