In Search of My Body vol. 10 - taking it one paper towel at at time

[Twoboysnmygirl]

Amiee, we are getting a break from the rain today before it starts back up tonight, maybe you guys will get a break as well? My yard is like a jungle, I'm not sure how I'll get it cut when it finally dries up, it's so long!

 

[SeptemberGirl]

Liz, I didn't know you were raw at one point! It is really hard, and frustrating at times. I've been eating this way for over 5 years, but obviously I have my run-ins with eggs and cheese occasionally, and when I'm on vacation, all bets are off (except meat, I just don't have any interest in it anymore).

Look for "garden" burgers, Morningstar is my fav for the veggie tasting burgers, less meat-like and more veggies in there!

I was! I had my pantry all stocked with the raw "cooking" stuff...it was a beautiful thing. I mean, I did have weekends where I ate stuff out, I was never super hardcore. And my family was not raw. I made myself dinner and lunchs and made them variations. I even had one of those dryers to dry stuff out without heating it too much. What are they called?

Anyway, back then I tended to be raw during the week, or close to raw. I did eat steamed veggies, brown rice, and some fish on certain days. Like I would desginate certain days all raw, and some as transitional, so my body wouldn't freak out one way or another. And then on the weekends, I ate pretty much what I wanted. Not candy and burgers, but less strict. I'd like to say I was skinny, but alas. I did lose weight (30lbs) but never really pushed it past that. I followed a famous raw foodie's plan for the meat eaters like me. It was great and so were the recipes.

However, I lost my huge amount of weight on WW (80lbs). And I ate a lot more processed stuff then - obviously not all procesed, though!

I do know that I can't do extremes - and I am so given to extremes. So to reset myself now, I am just doing what I used to do in raw prep - meaning what I would do for a week before I went all raw for a week or 5 days or something - weaning off things, and making up a rule I only have to follow for one day. Mind games!

I actually love raw food but I am just too overwhelmed right now to go back to my close-to-raw lifestyle. Baby steps.

 

[Twoboysnmygirl]

They are called dehydrators, I have one, but I rarely use it anymore. It's just too expensive to buy all the ingredients (mainly nuts) that I make a lot of my recipes with, so I just stick to salads and lots of fruit. Everyone I've ever met who was raw was pretty skinny (and healthy!)...except myself! It's almost embarrassing to tell people I'm raw b/c they look at me like they don't believe me. I have something messed up in my body, that's for sure, b/c I know know anyone who eats salad all day long that is as overweight as me. Oh no, there I go sobbing about it again! I have lots of other great health benefits, so I just have to suck it up with the weight. I HAVE to workout to lose. HAVE TO.

Anyway, it's not an easy or cheap lifestyle, and it's not for everyone. I think just cutting lots of processed foods is the best way to go, my 15 year old son has lost a ton of weight just eating lower carb (and exercising with me). We need to get him some new pants b/c they are falling off!

 

[SeptemberGirl]

They are called dehydrators, I have one, but I rarely use it anymore. It's just too expensive to buy all the ingredients (mainly nuts) that I make a lot of my recipes with, so I just stick to salads and lots of fruit. Everyone I've ever met who was raw was pretty skinny (and healthy!)...except myself! It's almost embarrassing to tell people I'm raw b/c they look at me like they don't believe me. I have something messed up in my body, that's for sure, b/c I know know anyone who eats salad all day long that is as overweight as me. Oh no, there I go sobbing about it again! I have lots of other great health benefits, so I just have to suck it up with the weight. I HAVE to workout to lose. HAVE TO.

Anyway, it's not an easy or cheap lifestyle, and it's not for everyone. I think just cutting lots of processed foods is the best way to go, my 15 year old son has lost a ton of weight just eating lower carb (and exercising with me). We need to get him some new pants b/c they are falling off!

Yes! Dehydrator! I think I sold mine. It was a lot of work!

That is awesome about your son.

As for weight, I mean, losing 30 is nothing to sniff at, but it wasn't like I was trying for more, you know? I lost, I felt good, I moved on. As for food, I did a lot of cold soups, and rolls and stuff like that. You are totally raw? I was, hmm, there was a word for what I was! Yes, it was a ton of money to make all of that. But it did feel good!

And yeah, i think we all need to exercise. Man if it was only one or the other, that would make my life a lot easier!

 

[Twoboysnmygirl]

Yes! Dehydrator! I think I sold mine. It was a lot of work!

That is awesome about your son.

As for weight, I mean, losing 30 is nothing to sniff at, but it wasn't like I was trying for more, you know? I lost, I felt good, I moved on. As for food, I did a lot of cold soups, and rolls and stuff like that. You are totally raw? I was, hmm, there was a word for what I was! Yes, it was a ton of money to make all of that. But it did feel good!

And yeah, i think we all need to exercise. Man if it was only one or the other, that would make my life a lot easier!

Yes, I'm all raw most of the time (unless I'm off the wagon, like Sunday!)

That must be why I get so excited to make my ADRs for WDW b/c I am looking forward to being off the wagon for that week! Although, I will say that I gained 15 pounds in Oct. 2009 when we went to WDW, and I STILL have not lost it all, so I'll be making my choices very carefully when eating cooked stuff.

 

[lisaviolet]

Too tired to cry but yesterday seems like it might have been a gift and I'm grateful but I'm wondering if it was a gift - time will tell. Major difference today. Very zombie like (Mama used to be like this - talking but vacant). Sighing, who knows. Could be her future or maybe drugs - she is on anti-rejection for the valve. And they can be something. Time will tell. My father had a hard time staying in the room - poor him - it must be hard for him to face ( I mean finding reasons for not being in the room not openly showing it). She did tell me about an angel today which kind of unnerved me. But once again - time will tell. I certainly don't know. Thanks for all your wishes. Nice to vent here. Relaxes me.

Nancy - OMG. THAT. IS. SO. EXCITING. Are you a stage mom? So exciting!!!!!!!!!!!!! Between the wee one on the apparatus , Curly head mouthing off to Property Virgins and talented girl on auditions - boy my kids are doing WELL.

Kat - I came on here for you to say congratulations on your win . I read it on the train.

Amiee - SO sorry. That is frustrating, draining and scary. SO sorry.

Jo - got home to Bulls/Indiana - on right now. And yes you need to find "me" time. Smiling.

Karen - Holy Batman. I'm kind of speechless. All my weight has come off with such a varied diet (varied ) I'm just speechless.

Liz - How is she doing? Your mom. You don't have to write anything out - I'm just asking. Just saying . When did she come home? From the Sunshine State I mean? I somehow totally missed your job change - when it happened - it seems like a bit ago. Can you tell me on here or no. Educate me about booted. I could google but I"m far too lazy/drained to do so. Smiling.

to all.

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Nancy - OMG. THAT. IS. SO. EXCITING. Are you a stage mom? So exciting!!!!!!!!!!!!!

who ME? Never

Seriously though - I'm not. I have zero tolerance for *those* mom's. Although I did schedule her an appointment to have professional head shots done. I figure, what the heck, why not!?


On a more serious note. Lisa. Please know that I have your mom and your whole family in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish her. Every minute.

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Day 2 of ridin' the wagon. We went for a great bike ride (note to self: Biking feels MUCH better if I haven't consumed gallons of wine the night before ), drank a LOT of water, stayed within my calories even with a piece of cake! Now, if I can keep myself from getting complacent.

 

[lisaviolet]

who ME? Never

Seriously though - I'm not. I have zero tolerance for *those* mom's. Although I did schedule her an appointment to have professional head shots done. I figure, what the heck, why not!?
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Of course why not. I CAN NOT WAIT!!!! I pray you know I know you're not a stage mom but merely a closeted singer. I was totally being facetious. Is facetious even the right word? I'm so off.

Thanks so much Nancy. Spiritually - it's been really interesting - some things that have gone on with her especially yesterday - things said with no links back (I realize I'm making no sense myself ) not sure if it's the brain or something else. One day we'll all know, eh? I'm curious that way.

We need to stay healthy people (if we can I mean). It's awful to see helplessness.

 

[lisaviolet]

Day 2 of ridin' the wagon. We went for a great bike ride (note to self: Biking feels MUCH better if I haven't consumed gallons of wine the night before ), drank a LOT of water, stayed within my calories even with a piece of cake! Now, if I can keep myself from getting complacent.

 

[lisaviolet]

Nancy - I'm grateful because I had a beautiful - just beautiful day with her before surgery. Peaceful and fun. We played four games of Skip Bo. She ADORES it. ADORES it and can still play it (the brain is so bloody fascinating). She was like "one more - one more". I don't know when my parents found/started this game. I never knew it from childhood. If anything we played rummoli (sp????). You know my mom has had a Euchre group (women) since before I was born. So they have continued a Euchre group for at least 44 years - original group for the most part. Unbelievable, eh? I'm not sure our generation has the commitment to tradition/sticking with promises and such. So wild, eh? Over forty years.

 

[SeptemberGirl]

Major difference today. Karen - Holy Batman. I'm kind of speechless. All my weight has come off with such a varied diet (varied ) I'm just speechless.

Liz - How is she doing? Your mom. You don't have to write anything out - I'm just asking. Just saying . When did she come home? From the Sunshine State I mean? I somehow totally missed your job change - when it happened - it seems like a bit ago. Can you tell me on here or no. Educate me about booted. I could google but I"m far too lazy/drained to do so. Smiling.

to all.

Editing lots here, because I know you hate to be quoted. So on your mom - all I can say is i am here, listening. Kept venting.

Agreed on the weight coming off remark. More on that later!

My mom - been on chemo since, hmm...Nov? Oct? She is having heart issues again, but the tumor markers have dropped so that is good. She looks okay, actually. You know, I just try not to get caught up in it, because it's a total up and down rollercoaster, and I need to get off and drive the train of my own life. Does that sound awful? I love my mom, I adore her, I want her to live forever...but I have sabotaged my own life by focusing on her health. Can't do it anymore

On a more serious note. Lisa. Please know that I have your mom and your whole family in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish her. Every minute.

I just love you, Nancy.

Day 2 of ridin' the wagon. We went for a great bike ride (note to self: Biking feels MUCH better if I haven't consumed gallons of wine the night before ), drank a LOT of water, stayed within my calories even with a piece of cake! Now, if I can keep myself from getting complacent.

LOVE it!!!! You are doing awesome!!!! I just keep telling myself it's only for today. I just have to do it for today.

We need to stay healthy people (if we can I mean). It's awful to see helplessness.

SO true. So, so true, and I rarely think about this.

You know my mom has had a Euchre group (women) since before I was born. So they have continued a Euchre group for at least 44 years - original group for the most part. Unbelievable, eh? I'm not sure our generation has the commitment to tradition/sticking with promises and such. So wild, eh? Over forty years.

Again, editing a lot here, for you...Yes, wild. my parents have had a pinochole club since 1980, I think. Crazy longevity.

I think we have that comittment to tradition, etc...I think we also view things differently because our world is so international, even in remote areas. Anyhoo, that's a great conversation to have next time you and Jean are in NYC. Put that on the list.

 

[Ronda93]

Some levity... from a friend's FB status....

What's your royal wedding name? Start with Lord/Lady add one of your grandparent's first names and then double barrell your first pet name and the street you grew up on ....

I am Lady Virginia Peppy-Pershing.

On a more serious note.... Lisa, Liz

Ronda

 

[SeptemberGirl]

Day Three on the Wagon!

So far I am loving it. I am eating modified raw...just gradually going more raw day by day. Like Monday I had all fruits and veggies but then pasta for dinner. Last night, my non-raw was steamed veggies and raw sushi. Today it's all raw food, but raw meals - pizza rolls for lunch! (I LOVE raw pizza, with nut cheese. OMG. Love.) So little by little. I'm not planning on doing raw forever, just this week as a reset. It's working so well. I am not reaching for the wine or the chocolate!

Like Karen said, omg is it expensive. I went to do a little stock up and wow! I'd forgotten what those tasty little raw ingredients cost! But so yummy!

Saturday I have Gen's 2nd birthday party, so I hope to bring veggie burgers and a nice salad, avoid the cupcakes, and possibly the booze! I might have to have a drink, though. It could get a little tense!

On other fronts, I had a bit of a mental breakthrough (breakdown? ) on the exercise issue. I know what a lot of it's about. The going at night, especially. So at least I know what is holding me back. Fighting through it is another story.

 

[SeptemberGirl]

Some levity... from a friend's FB status....

What's your royal wedding name? Start with Lord/Lady add one of your grandparent's first names and then double barrell your first pet name and the street you grew up on ....

I am Lady Virginia Peppy-Pershing.

On a more serious note.... Lisa, Liz

Ronda

Fun! Lady Helen Taurus-Stout.



My child actually has a royal wedding name, poor thing! That's what I stuck her with!

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Some levity... from a friend's FB status....

What's your royal wedding name? Start with Lord/Lady add one of your grandparent's first names and then double barrell your first pet name and the street you grew up on ....

I am Lady Virginia Peppy-Pershing.

On a more serious note.... Lisa, Liz

Ronda

Oh Lordy! If we go with our first cat and the first street I lived on I'm Lady Adelaide Lucifer-Shennecossett.

Liz - I can't believe Gen is going to be 2! Where did the time go?

And on the subject of birthdays - today is Nate's 18th birthday He got to choose what to have for dinner. My gourmet son wants hamburgers, chicken nuggets, tater tots, frozen corn and applesauce. And me, being the baker that I am, opted to finish off that menu with ice cream cake

 

[Twoboysnmygirl]

Lady-Ruby-Irish-West Geyer...

OMG, I'm in pain. I just don't know what is going on with my body. My whole lower half hurts basically. It hurts when I run and afterwards as well and I could only do about 2.5 miles. I don't understand. It CANT be an injury, you don't injure BOTH your hips and BOTH your thighs all at once. It feels like charlie-horses...wth???

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Karen, could it be potassium?

I have to finish logging my food into sparkpeople. I ate tater tots and ice cream cake. I enjoyed reasonable portions and feel no remorse. It's not every day your son turns 18

Lisa- hope today was a good one

 

[AKASnowWhite]

WOOT!

tracked. AND I'm still within my calories! At the tippy-top of my daily range, but definitely IN the range!

 

[Twoboysnmygirl]

Go Nancy!

I'm wondering about the potassium. I tried to do a search, but I came up with just a bunch of women that had soreness/pain, but weren't runners. They were talking about how it was around that time of the month (which it is for me as well) and I started to wonder about potassium and/or magnesium? Hmmm.