Some Pixie Dust needed...

[welovedis]

I keep visiting this board and thinking, "I can't really be a part of things when I'm not exercising & eating right, so I better not even visit". I have been feeling sick again lately (For those who might not remember me I have been on dialysis for some health problems I had earlier this year). Now my doc thinks I have some other sort of stomach problem related to a blood disorder (eosinophilia?) and they are doing a test tomorrow to get some conclusive info and then *hopefully* I'll be able to start some treatment for that and it will alleviate my stomach pain and other problems.

I just feel that I don't *belong* here because I am not actively doing anything to lose weight right now. I know that I really can't concentrate on my eating issues right now since I never know what will aggravate my stomach and lead to a painful day, but I have been getting up and dragging my butt out to the gym to at least walk on a treadmill. I figure if I do that at least I am still getting up and out and not stopping the gym altogether.

Anyway...I really was hoping for some pixie dust that the docs can just figure out what is going on and help things get better. That way I can start on some normal healthy eating and feel like I am in control of what is going on with my body & health.

Thanks so much everyone!

 

[kamgen]

Karen~ Here is some pixie dust from my little corner of Michigan!
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And please don't feel like you don't belong here! You do!
I sincerely hope we are not making you feel out of place.

I hope the doctors can help you figure this out...please keep the faith and keep smiling! Know that you have friends here at WISH!!! And PM me if you ever need to chat!

Kamy

 

[mickeyfan1]

Oh my goodness, of course you belong here. We are here for our health, no matter what. There are people here loosing weight, exercizing, eating differently, all sorts. Some people have health issues, some don't. But we are all trying to "get better", like you. Hang in here with us, we can be your cheerleaders!

Tons of PD for the docs to figure it out, tons of PD for you to get through each day. Come back often, we are always here.

 

[TigH]

Here is a great big hug for you!!!

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Karen}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

And please shrug off that feeling of not belonging! There are no WISH rules, except that you can't beat yourself up!!!!! As long as you have the desire to adopt a healthy lifestyle, then you belong, and I know you have that desire!!!

Kudos to you for making yourself walk on the treadmill. Now you need to work on just staying as positive and upbeat as you can, and relax and find some stress release activities that you can do until you're feeling better. You bet that pixie dust is on the way!!!!

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I hope your test results come back with good news and that you are able to get your energy level up and that you feel better and healthier soon. Just hang in there! We are all here for you! You just do what is best for you, follow the Dr.'s orders, keep reading here and don't beat yourself up if you can't follow an eating plan that fosters weight loss. Get your body as healthy as you can and when the time is right you can jump back in!

Hope you feel better soon!!!!! Chin up! Do some deep breathing. Put on some relaxing and peaceful music. Light some candles that smell good. Take a nice warm bath. Pamper yourself. It's important to have balance in your life, so be really good to yourself and take it easy while you have to, ok?

 

[tiggerlover]

More pixie dust coming your way!!!!

Of course you belong here, don't for a minute think that you don't, everyone here contributes in their own way. I will think good thoughts for you and hope you get some conclusive results from your doctor.

{{HUGS}}

 

[tlgoblue]

Here to echo everybody else's sentiment.

You do belong here!
You do belong here!
You do belong here!
You do belong here!
You do belong here!
You do belong here!

WISH isn't only about losing weight. It just so happens that, for many of us, our health isuue is weight related. You can be here for any health reason, and because you need support, and to give support. We want you here.
I hope the Docs figure out what is holding you back, and together, we can get you where you want to be!

Keep the Faith!
Tracy

 

[nativetxn]

{{{HUGS}}} sweetie. I sure hope the doctors can find out why you are so ill and get you all fixed up, soon.

WISH=We're Inspired to Stay Healthy

There is more to being healthy than losing weight. Of course, you belong here. You belong right here with us, we would be so disappointed if you didn't visit anymore.

You just come check on us everyday. You can help us stay inspired and we can help make you smile while you are going through medical tests, etc. Once a WISHer always a WISHer, we're not letting you go.

Katholyn

 

[TinkerPixie]

Everyone is welcome here. So stick around, get to know us, and join in when you feel like it!

Sending Lots of Big Hugs your way!!!!

 

[Beanie]

You definitely belong here, Karen!! Hugs to you!! I have to agree with the others, WISH is so much more than losing weight...It is about encouragement and support, which you are a big part of!! I love to read your posts and I hope you don't leave...we all want you to be here with us!!

 

[mowsie dreamer]

Don't think for a minute that you don't belong here! Of course you do, Karen!!

And frankly, I'm very impressed that you are going to the gym and walking on the treadmill, in spite of not feeling well. I don't know if that is something I could make myself do, under similar circumstances.

I hope the docs are able to find out what the problem is and start you on some type of treatment soon. Until then check in often and let us know how you are doing! PD is on the way!

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[welovedis]

Wow-all I can say is thanks....I feel alot better after reding your responses and have officially decided to stop kicking myself for not "doing more". I go in tomorrow for an upper endoscopy (for those who have asked) and they are looking to make a firm diagnosis of Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis

Anyway, this illness has nothing to do with the problems I had earlier and also was not an effect from being on the Atkins diet either. Just some weird thing my body has done to itself.

I appreciate the kind thoughts, the pixie dust and the prayers. I will indeed take a nice aromatherapy bath tonight, light some candles and say some prayers that all will go well. Tomorrow is another day and hopefully will be the first day towards a healthier me. I thank you guys also for making me feel more like a member of the community here...it really helps!

 

[nativetxn]

You probably won't want to get online after your endoscopy tomorrow but when you are over the anesthesia please come here and let us know how it went?

You're part of our family, you know and we care about you.

Katholyn

 

[TCKK]

Here's hoping that all goes well with your tests tomorrow. Please remember that you're always wanted here. Remember we're about getting healthy not just thinner. Tons of Pixie Dust coming your way

 

[Jiminy102]

WISH=We're inspired to stay healthy=concentrate on health=YOU BELONG!!!!!

Yu certainly do belong and I for one look forward to seeing more of ou!!!


*********PIXIE DUST FROM PITTSBURGH****************

Feel free to Pm anytime you want to chat and I hope the doctors figure out what is going on realy soon!!!!

 

[wdwnutze]

Of course you belong! Hope everythiing goes well with your test tomorrow. Let us know how you are doing.

 

[minniecarousel]

Hang in there Karen! I gotta agree with the others: this is EXACTLY where you belong! I hope that the doctors can find out what's wrong and treat you soon!!

 

[perfectmatch300]

Welcome to WISH, Karen!
You're right where you belong! Now, please don't be shy about helping yourself to a WISH member clippie! Maybe that will help you to feel more a part of the WISH family.
Hope your tests went OK, & your DR finds a way to get you back on track soon.

 

[TigH]

You're in my thoughts today. Hope all goes well!!! Sending pixie dust for a comfortable procedure.

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[welovedis]

Thanks again everyone for the kind words and thoughts. The procedure is done and now we just wait for the results of the biopsies (he took 12 this time) to come back. My next appt is on the 25th so it will be a couple of weeks before we are certain of the diagnosis. He also stated I should not be over-exerting myself during the next 2 weeks but did say treadmill walking is ok. I have one at home or can do that at the gym if I want.

I was starting to get really down about the fact that I am feeling so lousy lately. But then I come hear and read about the successes of others or even the bad day others are having & feel like I am not alone. Thanks for the words of encouragement that you guys offer to everyone. It shows that everyone here really cares about each other.

On another note, they weighed me again this morning & I have lost about 23 pounds since I first got sick with this (April 3rd). Not exactly the way I wanted to lose weight but at least I am pretty close to weighing less than 200 pounds! Gotta think positively about something today!

 

[kamgen]

Keep smiling Karen~ We are here for you!

Kamy