String's Atkin's Journal (Please Comment)

[Strings]

Hi All,

I am doing well today. Today is the first day I have really felt like eating. No exercise today. We have freezing rain right now, so i don't want to drive to the Y. In fact, I am going to take a nap right now. I'll try to get to journals later.
Beth

 

[Tera]

Beth - Get that nap in and take care of yourself. If your not feeling well, exercising is not going to help. I hope you feel better

 

[Strings]

Hi All,

We're a bit sle4epy today. Katie was up between 3 and 630 this morning. I decided that preschool is optional today. We're going to do our Christmas crafts and start baking. Katie has her eye appointment today. I will try to get in a WATP today, but honestly, I doubt I will. At least I am honest about it.

Yesterday was the first day I have eaten/felt normal. I know I am still jaundiced, but I feel good. I am thinking the doctor will say we'll monitor things for awhile. I really don't want surgery this time of year.

Sorry I didn't get to journals. Won and I had a talk last night instead. He has "again" committed to helping more around the house. We also had our annual Christmas"YOu go way overboard on presents talk." Like he isn't still bitter about the pen/pencil set his parents got him when he was 12. We have also decided to stay in our current house and fix it up. The market in our town is flooded right now, and that is unlikely to change.

I still haven't heard on PB.

Ok, I need to get myself around. I'll be in and out today. Take care.
Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

You're resting - wonderful!! I'm proud of the way you're taking extra good care of yourself while your body heals.

Keep taking it easy, Beth, and allow your body to catch up on its rest.

Hope you have a wonderful and relaxing day! Best wishes for a good appt. with the doc tomorrow!

 

[LAinSEA]

Beth:

I think you have made the right decision about staying home and taking it easy today. I hope that Katie's eye appointment is OK and that she is able to understand all the requests that will help her to see better.

I'm sorry that the gallbladder thing is making you so ill. I was lectured by my DH's cousin about LC diet and health problems again. About 10 years ago, she was on Nutra Systems with a protein powder quick start and had to have her gallbladder removed. I have to say I don't know what is unhealthier, being overweight or eating in a manner that helps you to lose weight...

I'm sorry that things are still up-in-the air with regard to PB. The holidays are probably keeping things from moving forward too quickly. You have done what you can do.

Please feel better soon,
Laurie

 

[AuroraluvsPhillip]

Hi Beth,
I'm glad your tummy is feeling better. Gallbladder probs tend to recur, so keep an eye on things; especially if you were jaundiced because there is probably some intermittent blockage going on with stones. Did you have an ultrasound? If your doc suggests that it needs to come out, do it! I've seen some pretty sick folks come in for emergency surgery due to a septic gallbladder that sat around too long. Done electively, you can go home the same day. Just my 2 cents....

I have intermittent gallbladder pain too, especially with stuff like pizza, so I don't eat those foods too much. My ultrasound was negative, though, so my surgeon buddy said I can wait for awhile to have it out.

I'm glad you are taking it easy for now. Small meals are always better for us anyway. I saw you are enjoying some toast...that is my favorite comfort food...I eat way too many toast calories!!

Take care of yourself now!

 

[Strings]

Well, I am back from my appointment. I didn't get the answers I wanted, but I really like the doctor. It turns out that my gall bladder is fine. I have viral hepatitis. There really isn't much to do but wait it out. We'll do supportive therapy-treat the pain, nausea, and dehydration. I was sick to my stomach last night. They hooked me up to an IV, since I was dehydrated. After some antiemetic, they let me sleepwhile I was rehydrated. I feel much better. I have some scripts to get filled. He did say that I would be exhausted for the next few weeks. I am only supposed to do walking/glider. He says listen to your body. Well, I am going to listen and take a nap.

I'll try to get to journals later.
Beth

 

[geetey]

EEK! Viral Hepatitis sounds scary to me. Much better than having to get surgery though! I hope these meds work quickly, Beth. Good for you for listening to your body and giving it the rest it needs to recuperate. I am sending some and prayers your way!

 

[DoeWDW]

WOW!!! Viral hepatitis??? I never saw that one coming! Beth, your doc is right - rest, rest, rest! Which version do you have? I was checking out websites and they have A, B, C, D and E! Who knew there were so many kinds?!?! Best wishes for a full and quick recovery!

Sounds like a good reason to kick back and relax while Won takes care of the house AND you AND Katie! Take it easy today!

If you are working this weekend, make sure they know you are on doc's orders to rest! I know that may not help much but I'm hoping they have some sympathy!

 

[Tera]

Hi Beth...

Please listen to your doctor and take care of yourself. I agree with Doreen about DH taking care of the house while you take care of yourself I hope you feel better and recover soon.

 

[deelam]

Do you know how you contracted viral Hepatisis? Is Katie at risk of catching this? I don't know much about this, but I remember a few years ago a CHI CHI's restaurant caused an outbreak of hepatisis, and I think it may have been viral.
Just take care and don't worry about PB.
Deneen

 

[vald1977]

Hi Beth,
I'm so sorry to hear that you are sick. Please take care and rest, rest, rest. You will be in my prayers.

 

[LAinSEA]

Beth:

Oh the trials and pitfalls of working in the health care industry. Please get some real rest and feel better soon.

-Laurie

 

[Strings]

Thanks everyone.

We won't know what type I have until the blood tests come back. Even then, we may not know. Apparently about 30% don't fall into A-E. I just need to rest,take my anti-emetic, and tylenol for pain. Yesterday was rough, but today I am feeling better. The good news is that I will be fine in 6-8 weeks with no permanent liver damage. I am going to work, and I am going to fill out the FMLA paperwork. At least then the call-ins won't count against me. Everyone knows. so I should have a decent assignment. I probably picked it up at either the hospital or a restaurant. The only thing really bothering me (besides being a rotten mother for the next few weeks) is that I was planning on walking the 1/2 marathon. I couldn't go, but I was going to get on a treaddie at the Y to support my WISH sisters. I am still hoping to do so, and I know I could have completed it. I will just have to wait until then and see how I feel. guilty:

Enough with the depressing stuff. I have something to celebrate. Tomorrow is my 1 year anniversary at the WISH JOurnals.I have truly been blessed to find you wonderful ladies. I have tried to lose weight in the past, and failed miserablely. I KNOW that the reason I am suceeding this time is because of the friendship and support I have found here. I need to thank each of you for that gift.

I have made some major strides towards healthy living this year. I exercise consistantly. I can honestly say that I exercise 5 times a week. It has become a part of my daily routine, and I barely think about it. It is just something I need to do today. That is huge. I have consistantly followed the lc diet. Of course, I have fallen off program, but I keep getting back on. I really think that is because of this journal. Thank you again ladies. I have improved on my water intake and vitamins. I have also had to look at why I eat what and when I do. I have made some breakthroughs, but I still have a long way to go. Another huge thing is that I REALLY DO UNDERSTAND that this is a lifestyle and not a diet. I am in this trough the long haul.

I was already to close this journal and start a year 2 journal. Then I was thinking about my patterns. I have the tendency to bury the bad stuff and turn to food. Well, on the whole, this year has really sucked. I have had some major blessings, but also some unbelievable burdens. In fact, I have wondered if I were reading this journal, would I believe 1/2 of what is in it. This year has definately fit in the Jerry Springer family category. I am hoping for better in 2005. I can't bury this journal and everything that has happened this year. I need to keep it around and peek at it every onw and again. So this journal stays and grows even more gargantuan.

Now for the good stuff. NUMBERS. I weighed in today. 201.5. That is a 11.5 pound loss this week. It isn't acurate. I'm still a bit dehydrated and there is NOTHING in my GI system. I am sure that number will be up by next week. I will be using weigh in of last week and my all time high of 11/00 when I actually started.
11/03 12/04 LOSS

Weight 270 213.5 56.5
BUST 53.25 44 9.25
Waist 48 39 9
HIPS 54.25 44 10.25
Thighs 27 21 6 (12)
Arms 16.75 13.5 3.25 (6.5)

Total 56.5 pounds and 47 inches!

I am thrilled with those numbers, and I know that in the coming year, they will continue to go down. Thank you again everyone. You are definately very special people in both my heart and prayers.

I'm off,
Beth

 

[wilderness01]

Hey there Beth. Sorry to hear you are sick. Take it easy, especially with any workout. Are you going back to work? You must work on an awesome unit because even when "everyone knows" we can still get the short end of the stick. Not because they want to do it, but because they have to do the assignments that way.

You have done awesome with your weight loss and inch loss. Keep up the great work!

 

[geetey]

Another Celebration!!!!



Hmm.... I think I spy a couple of hotties in there. You are right - you have come a LONG way, Baby!! Wow - your numbers are SO impressive!! I am so proud of you, for accomplishing so much despite what real life threw in your path. Beth. I look forward to sharing in your journey as you make your way down the path to GOAL, because that's where you are headed. Remember - life is a journey, not a destination. You are chosing the right path and it will lead you to great things!

May 2005 hold many of things you dream of....

your friend,
Terry

PS: FEEL BETTER!!!!

 

[lulu201]

Dear Beth,

Congratulations on all that you've accomplished during this amazing and tumultuous year that you've had. You've been such an inspiration to me--you've been so consistently on track and dedicated. Thank you for being one of my WISH role models.

I'm sorry you're dealing with this viral hepititis thing, but, as always, you'll weather the storm. You're one strong woman, you know. Just listen to your body like the doctor says and take it day by day. Just like you do here at the WISH!

I tried to print out my old journal so that I could always have a record of this journey--it was just too much! I stopped after 50 pages or so. You'll know if the time is ever right to open a new journal. Follow your heart.

Make today a celebration of you and all you've accomplished.

With much love,
Erin

 

[vald1977]

Congrats on your WISH anniversary !!! And those numbers are very impressive ! You should be very proud of your success especially since you have had such a tough year. I know I'm definately proud of you .

 

[Strings]

I am atwork,and since I am not hungry I thought I would WISH for a time. I am doing much better this weekend. My assignments have been manageable. I have been getting good sleep. I threatened Won with castration, if he let Katie wake me up. I have even been able to eat the last couple of days. I've lost the sunken eyes look, so I am not dehydrated anymore. I am definately not following lc right now. Chicken noodle soup and toast is about it, but it is something. I am hoping to start some walking on Wednesday. I am definately taking things slowly.

Thanks for the congratulations. I definately couldn'thave lost this weight without you guys..
Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

Beth, all I can say is.....WOW!!!! You've lost so much weight and so many inches over this past year! You've shown amazing persistence and determination. The past year has held some unbelievable challenges for you and yet, you're still here, still succeeding!! You amaze me and inspire me. I feel so blessed to have met you here and to share your journey!

I hope you are getting some rest time today, after your weekend at work. I know Mondays can be especially tough for you. Do what you can to nurture yourself.

I DO hope Won is still....umm....intact.