On the road to a healthy ME! Jog along with me!

[tbstein]

Hello All.

Had a nice weekend. The weather did disagree with some heavy rain. This is Michigan, and who knows. Hard to imagine a week ago we were in a blizzard. It is nearly 50 out today. The birds are singing, and all is good.

Yesterday was DS's birthday and I did indulge in cake. Gluten free cake, with a sliver of regular cake. It was yummy. DH brought home a chocolate sculpture from the Culinary Arts students' display for an envent held last Friday. Made of dark and milk chocolate. Gave the large heart piece to his girlfriend, and the 2 large base blocks will have to be melted down and made into something, fudge perhaps. If I wave a magic wand, I know it will all be sugar free and calorie free!

Today is going to be an outside walk day. Maybe I will take 2 walks. The sun isn't really out, but it is very warm outside and the dog will love it.

Been doing better on those non meal eating moments. Staying busy always helps. Today is also laundry and vaccuming day, so I won't have time to indulge. Helps that there isn't really anything to indulge on in the house but gluten free cake and 2 large hunks of dark chocolate! lol

I have a doctor's appt today, have a vertabrae that is nagging me and I want to make sure nothing is going on. I did fall against the large equipment sink at work a few years ago. With the fibromyalgia, I just want to keep on top of things.

DD is on her way in for lunch. She is here for 45 minutes and then goes back to school. It is great living only 3 houses from the school. Kids are able to come home when I am here. It is great.

Not much else, DH did have me reserve a 5 night stay at WDW for December. Nothing is definite. It will all depend on DS and where he ends up for college. And that of course will depend on his new allergist, and if he will let him go into a new envioronment while undergoing shot therapy. Guess we will know more later.

Best to all!

Wendy

 

[tbstein]

Good morning to everyone!

It is a bright sunny day out, and I work 12 - 9. Yuk! Did do the treadmill because just easier today, and did watch a bit of Harry Conick Jr while walking.

Today will be a busy day at work. This week our school has half days for parent teacher confrences. lol--don't think I spelled that right!

Well, nearly time to get to work, and all that jazz! DS had a wonderful 18th birthday. I am so glad!

Chat again soon

Wendy

 

[DisDee]

Hi Wendy, Hope all was ok with your Dr. appt. How wonderful that your hubby wants to go to WDW in Dec.! I hope everything comes together for you so that you'll be able to go. I'm hoping for a short trip next winter, but DH will need some convincing.

Have a great big beautiful tomorrow! Denise

 

[tbstein]

HI all.

Well, Dr appt went well. He said just to watch the area and if it starts to give me problems, we will look further. Unfortunetly I know that means an MRI. I really don't care for those, but ya gotta do what ya gotta do!

Tomorrow is DS's allergist appt. We will see how that goes. I know it is going to just wipe him out, as they are going to re-test him for shot therapy. I will just keep him home from school and baby him a bit.

Lunch was salad. Dinner will be probably cereal since we have conferences tonight. DD does just fabuolus! It is always a pleasure to go to her!

Well, sounds like they are busy up front and I should go and see what is going on!

Take care!

Wendy

 

[tbstein]

Hello all.

Went to DS's allergist appt today. They were doing the scratch tests and had to stop them because he is what they call dermagraphic. Oh well. Instead we had to go to the lab and have 10 vials drawn of blood. He's a bit crabby, so I gave him motrin and told him to go to bed. A bit of stress so I had desert for lunch. I didn't finish it, because I realized what I was doing. So, dog had way too much sugar. Good thing I am going to work. guess DD will have to take an extra long walk with her. At least it isn't rain/snowing out right now. It is a bit cold.

DS's dr said DS has nearly all symptoms there are for those who manifest allergies. Yippee. He has dermititis, nickel allergies, dust mites--and those are the ones they confirmed before they stopped the scratch test. I will tuck him in and give him a dvd to watch. DD will be here if he has any problems. DH had an emergency and had to work. I also work. They both could use a quiet day at home.

Other than the desert indulgence, not a bad day. I am going to Treadmill before work because it is easier than running around the neighborhood. Not as relaxing tho.

Off to finish catching up and on to reality!

Wendy

 

[tbstein]

Had a better day at work and with diet. No indulges with left over birthday cake. And it isn't because there isn't any

I reviewed my recent meal and such consumptions and I really need to increase the water intake. I just can't push it, especially at work. I do get in 24 ounces at least at work, but that's it. With working in food service, I am on my feet, and busy. I am unable to just sip all day (which I am able to do more at home). I usually drink a bottle at break, a bottle at bank reconsiliation, and a few small dixie cups during the day. It just doesn't seem to be enough. Is there a miracle cure out there?

DS is much better today. He doesn't think he did very well on physics test tho. I am sure he did just fine. He just came back from a drum clinic with the percussion group at school. He won some drum sticks. He enjoyed it.

I gave him a book for teenagers that is about peer pressure and such that has a definite faith undertone. He was pretty positive about it. It is just sometimes I don't have the answers, and sometimes I just don't get asked the question. I hope it helps him.

It is late, and DH will be home soon.

Happy St Pat's Day everyone




Wendy

 

[DisDee]

Hi Wendy, Hope all is well with you. Sounds like your son might be having a rough time, so I hope he can work thru that peer pressure. I know that its not always easy being a "good" kid. My son went thru some down times now and then. He was in the band, scouts, got good grades etc., so even though it makes you feel proud as a parent, the pressure that surrounds them in school is not always easy. Teens are not very tolerant of those who are not in the same mold as themselves. Just hang in there and I'm sure with your support, he'll get thru this time.

Since you mentioned trying to drink more water, I thought I'd suggest something that I like. Have you tried the flavored water that is 0 calorie, and is also carbonated? I've purchased it in Walmart and Acme, so I would think the other stores have it also. I usually buy the large bottle-about 32 oz. The flavoring really helps me drink larger quantities.

Have yourself a nice Sunday! Denise

 

[tbstein]

Hello all.

Things are well. DS feels much better. DH and DD are working on de-dusting everything so DS's allergies will mellow out.

Did good on diet yesterday. Today I am home so it is so much easier to make sure all goes well.

Denise, I will try that water. With it being 32 oz, then I know I have to finish the bottle for that day. I need all the help I can get! Thanks for the good thoughts for DS. Peer pressure can be deadly.

Sounds like I need to help upstairs. Hope nothing too crazy.

Wendy

 

[goldcupmom]

Sorry to hear about your DS. My middle DS17 (18 in july) is very asthmatic & allergies/infection are the trigger. He was tested in KS when he was 6 & was 'hyper-allergic" to everything but dogs & house dust. Had 2 shots in each arm every week for 5 years & was pretty much under control. Now that we've been here 6 years, his allergies are getting worse(told it takes time for them to show in a new climate) & he probably needs tested/shots again. Is your DS on any preventive meds? Mine takes strong Allegra & Singular daily & it really helps.

Journalling is really helpful, isn't it? Being accountable is tough!

Hang in there & have a good week this week!

 

[tbstein]

Thanks for the kind thoughts Julie! I left a babbling note on your journal.

Well, I missed a few days. Was very ill Monday--did go to work, but came home, went to bed. Tuesday felt pretty yuky, but did go to work, and again came home. This time, when I went to bed, I slept from noon to 10 am the next morning with 3 hours of being up in the evening. Felt much better Wednesday. So, thought I would log in to journal, and I couldn't get on. So, I went to work. Did stay the entire time this time!

DH and DS just left for their college visit to Mich Tech. DS is so excited. I just hope the allergist doesn't nix the idea. We will see when we get all the test results back.

DD is doing great. She has been very conscious of her food intake and the calories that go with it. She is my princess. She is currently at an after school activity called 'Girls on the Run'. She did it last year, and loved it. This year should be easier for her since she now has orthotics in her shoes. No more grumbling about knee pain.

Off to catch up with everyone!

Have a great day and a happy one!

Happy Spring!

Wendy

 

[tbstein]

Today is absolutely beautiful outside. The pooch is in high heaven. The sun certainly makes everyone feel wonderful and happy.

My mom called from sunny FLA today. She is home sick and ready to come back. They are trying tosell their retirement home down there and it isn't going very fast.

DD and her best friend are here for the night. They are still on the only 2 hours on tv/video game thing. It is something the 5th graders do. It is very enlightening to us parents. Guess the dog will get another walk! Lucky her!

Not much else going on. DH and DS called this morning from Marquette. They are on their way to Houghton and MTU. They are probably in the middle of their campus tour. I am sure things have changes quite a bit since I graduated in 1984.

Playing online disney music. Always makes me happy.

Hope the allergies are mild in the UP so DS has a great time. Sure is quiet around here today!

Great losses to all!

Wendy

 

[Jaime]

Hi Wendy,

Just read alot of your posts...it's so easy to stop loosing when life gets crazy! I've been stuck for a year until recently. With my water I just started filling 64ounce(2liter) bottle and make sure it's empty by time I go to bed. I really makes a difference for me!

I hope you and your DS are feeling better! Thanks for the support on my post it really helps! Congrats on your weight loss! Have a great weekend!

 

[tbstein]

Yesterday was just too beautiful so today is so foggy I can't see down the block. Well, it is Michigan.

Not much else going on. Did talk to DH on phone last night. The boys are enjoying their trip and today is the all day parent/student activities. They also have tickets to the jazz band's anniversary concert tonight. DS wants to audition for the jazz band when he gets there. He's a drummer and a pianist. His grandmother gave him a full size electic key board for Christmas so that he can take it with him to college and not have to worry about finding a piano to play. He plays about 2 hours or more a day, with just fiddling. One of his passions.

Going to go and chat on with others!

Great losses to all!

Wendy

 

[DisDee]

Hi Wendy, thanks for that sprinkling of Pixie Dust, I can always use it! I hope that you're continuing to enjoy your weekend with your daughter and getting to do some "girlie" things.

Have a beautiful day!!!! Denise

 

[tbstein]

Boy, work was long, yet it seemed to go by quickly.

DD visited with DH's mom today. They have a blast when they are together. My DH has only 1 brother, and since my children are her only grandchildren, she is really having a blast hanging out with DD. Thank goodness I had one of each for her!

DD and I had a nice weekend. I did miss her today. I have a weeks' vacation during their spring break starting the 31st. We are planning a night out to make up for me having to work while it was just us.

DH and DS should be home about 10 pm tonight. I hope they enjoyed themselves. They should have some great info from the college for me to pour over.

I didn't finish laundry last night, so I guess it will have to be tonights' final project. Haven't watched TV since Thursday night. SO maybe I can sneak Emerl Live in tonight!

Have a great week everyone!

Wendy

 

[tbstein]

Hello all!

It is a beautiful day out today! Had to work earlier, and have to go in again, so I don't really get to enjoy much of it. DH did grill a steak outside for dinner. Yummie! 2 green veggies, and a healthy dinner is served.

DH and DS had a great time in the UP. I am glad. We have lots of info to make better decisions for his stay up there. Just have towait to see what the dr says about allergy shots.

Forgot to weigh self this morning. Will have to do it tomorrow. Hope it's good news, even if it is only .5 pounds!

Great losses to all!

Wendy

 

[tbstein]

A nice day today. Went to lunch with a friend, had boneless/skinless chicken. Had a nice visit. The dog enjoyed her walk, and since she hasn't really been out too often since January, it is still a tug/run.

DD had her play today. She had 4 speaking parts. 3 short and 1 long. She did great! She had fun, and all the kids seemed to be enjoying themselves.

Well, I still have to go to work, so just a quick accounting of lunch, and well, stir fry for dinner, and I did treat a bit to light ice cream. (Trying to bribed myself to go into work--today will be the hardest with not really sleeping much last night, well this morning, and still getting up about the usual time.)

Great losses to all!


Wendy

 

[DisDee]

Hi Wendy,

Sounds like you've been busy! Aren't those school plays,concerts, etc.just great? The kids work so hard and are so proud of their efforts. I found myself watching a concert on our local school tv channel, and I didn't know one kid from that school. It was just too cute!!!

I like you idea of bribery for going to work. We could actually take it one step further and reward ourselves when we get home for actually going!

Have a super day!

 

[tbstein]

Denise--you are right, I find myself watching the taping of the local dance school's programs. They are cute indeed!

Life has been busy. Did finally find the table top to the basement table. LOL Laundry is all caught up. Guess that's what happens when you go thru clothes and buy new ones for kids who just seem to keep growing!

Still having a nagging ache at my one verabrae. Dr just happens to be gone. I guess I will just handle it.

Was going to walk outside today, but the weather wasn't very good. Rainy and very windy! Lake was beautiful tho.

Well, DD isn't feeling her best, so I will finish up and play dr mom. One of my favorite jobs!

Wendy

 

[Jaime]

Here's some pixie dust for you!! I hope your dd is feeling better! Have a great day!