On to healthy living......

[wilderness01]

I don't know what my husband did while I was at work but my computer seems fixed.

I have been eatly badly all day. Too carby so I will only eat chicken tomorrow and water. Maybe some string cheese too. Sounds yummy right? Work was very stressful and I ate bad things as a result. I thought I was past doing that. Oh well.

 

[traceycooper]

Hi wilderness,
Try not to worry about eating op we all do it now and again, you just have to get back on the straight and narrow and carry on!!

 

[Strings]

Ok Wilderness,

I just did this in another journal, but here goes. Emotional eating is something we will struggle with for the rest of our lives. You have made great progress. Think about the 5-10 times this last month that you didn't emotionally eat when you would have in the past. You are also back op today. That is awesome.
I am sorry your shift was bad. It is over. Do you go back tonight? I hope you get some rest. Make sure you eat enough today.
,
Beth

 

[toystoryduo]

Hi wilderness,

Today is a new day! Try not to worry too much about yesterday. Just do your best to get OP and water like a . I need to drink my water too! I tried yesterday, but fell short of my 64 oz goal.

I know you can do it wilderness! Have a great day today!

Tracy

 

[wilderness01]

Hi all. Thanks for your responses.

 

[LAinSEA]

Wilderness:

I'm sorry you had to deal with that - terrible!

Why are we women so darn mean to each other? Gosh, I don't know for sure...

but we are all brought up to see each other as competition, cooperate - no way! and then there are those hormones that just don't let some of us think straight sometimes.

We are also quite preditory...always wanting something that doesn't belong to us and taking it if we get the opportunity.

Men have these traits too - but for the most part - they compete hard and then there are no hard feelings when the competition is over...we women hold a grudge!

Sometimes the only way I can deal with people like that at work is to totally detach myself from the situation...like I'm watching it happen to someone else. Then count to 10 before saying anything. The calmer I stay, the more others escalate their own actions and they then look like the total idiots that they are. It is really hard to do this, though, it takes total control.

Do have a much better week.

-Laurie

 

[wilderness01]

I have been OP all day for food and water.

 

[luvmydogs]

Hi Wilderness!

Oh my! I'm so sorry you had to deal with an obviously out of control coworker! She sounds like she needs help, but you certainly shouldn't have to deal with the brunt of her anger in the meantime. Geez!

Congratulations on staying OP and I'm hoping you get some much needed rest today!

 

[Strings]

Wilderness,

I am sorry that you had to deal with that. I have only had someone undermine my authority in front of a patient once. I made sure he knew not to do it again. he is terrified of me now, and stays out of my way. That wan't my intention at the time, but I really don't feel it was a loss. It must be worse when the patient is a neonate. It is SO important that the oparents and child trust you. I hope she gets help soon.

Great job bouncing back OP. That is awesome.

I hope today is a good one and that you get plenty of rest.
Beth

 

[wilderness01]

So why I ask you

 

[LAinSEA]

Wilderness:

Even your public school can not be that bad! If they will not remove this man from contact with students, I would definitely pull my children out!

Your children are good kids - and bright from what I've read. They will do well in any school that you are involved with. Is homeschooling an option until you find somewhere else for them to go?

I'm so proud of you for hitting the gym instead of the fridge for comfort.

-Laurie

 

[Strings]

Good For You Wilderness,

It sounds like this man needs to be stopped. He also sounds like he probably intimidates the principal, and that is why nothing has happened so far. If the meeting doesn't go well, I would threaten the media. I am a Catholic (well, sort of) The Catholic Church cannot take anymore bad publicity. It is also my bet that most parents aren't aware of how bad this man's behavior is. They need to be made aware. Perhaps, you could contact them and have a parent's meeting. I think the most important thing is that your children are safe, and that this man be removed from all contact with kids.

I am so proud of you for turning to exercise instead of food. That is amazing. I'm getting up now before I hurt myself.

Hang in there, and do not let this man make you lose sleep tonight.

Beth

 

[wilderness01]

Thanks Beth & Laurie,

 

[traceycooper]

Wow wildernesss, i could feel the anger eminating from my screen, and i cant blame you! I cant believe in this day and age that people like that man are allowed to work with children and that other parents are not saying anything!!! It is really beyond belief and good on you for having the guts to stand up to a bully like that! If you cant tell - it has made me mad too!!!!
I am training to be a nursery nurse/teaching assistant and that kind of behaviour towards children is totally unacceptable,
you go get him girl

 

[wilderness01]

Thanks Tracey.

 

[toystoryduo]

Oh my goodness wilderness.

I am so sorry that you and your family have to go through this. I can not believe that the principal would not take care of this immediately. I think you are right in looking into a new school for your kids. They do NOT deserve to be treated that way by a teacher or a volunteer.

I know this is a very difficult situation for you, but I am so proud of you for turning to exercise to vent your feelings rather than food.

Please take good care of you.

Tracy

 

[wilderness01]

Thanks Tracey.

 

[vald1977]

Hi Wilderness,
I'm so sorry to read that this jerk is still harrassing the children. The behavior you have described is way over the line and I can't beleive that immediate action (as in he is no longer allowed any contact with the children) hasn't been taken!

I used to work in an after school program and we had absolute control over which volunteers were allowed to work in our programs. The organization had many facets and the youth program was just one so there were other places to stick volunteers. This guy wouldn't have gotten past the initial interview. We had a few like him who thought they would come in and run the show. They were offered other positions but left quickly since they didn't have their way.

Stick to your guns. Your children will know that you care about them and are protecting them .

 

[wilderness01]

Thanks Val I really appreciate it.

 

[DoeWDW]

I am practically speechless! It's hard to believe that things like this still happen! I'm sorry that you have to deal with all this, but I'm even sorrier and sadder for the children that have to attend this school daily! One person CAN make a difference, and it looks like that person is you. Do what you can to help make things better and then do what's best for your kids, even if that means changing schools. Any chance of moving to a neighborhood that has better public schools or at least a better Catholic school???

I've been stressed lately and have been letting that stress drive some nasty eating behavior. Good for you for substituting exercise when you can! Your ab work is amazing!! I just know you'll see results!

Hang in there!