A new year, new challenges . . . figured it was time to start a new journal and get back into the swing of things. As I said, weight loss, while still an ongoing process, isn't the key focus in my life right now. However, I am still trying - I managed to LOSE weight over the holidays (woo hoo!). Dan joined the Y with me, as that was one of my Christmas presents for him; unfortunately, because of all my issues right now, he's been going more than me! LOL

Currently, things haven't changed. I don't really know much more than I did before. I have an MRI on Monday that will hopefully tell us a little more of what is going on. They will be scanning my brain and hopefully proving that I have one. (oh come on, if I give up my warped sense of humor I have nothing!).

The one concession I made today is that I bought a cane. The dizziness and unsteadiness is just getting to be scary. I'm still falling - someone bumped into me on New Year's Eve and I wen't flying across the room - very embarrassing. Then today I had a nice bout with the stomach flu and stayed home by myself. The many trips to the bathroom, trying to make it "in time" while not falling down just brought it on home. So, when I had to make a trip out for more Imodium, I picked up a cane. I figure if nothing else I can use it to establish my authority by bopping Dan on the head when he gets out of line

Can't believe I"ve been on here for a year. Can't believe you all have hung around and still cared for me with my lengthy absences and all the issues. Thank you so much. I love you all! ((((HUGS))))

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Eddie
President and Founder of the Intergalactic Order of Brussels Sprouts Haters

Hey E!
I locked your old journal, but let me know if you wanted to do otherwise.

I left you a note in my journal...you betcha I'd love to do din din with you and Dan
Lemme know when we get closer and what evening is better for you, OK?

(((hugs)))
Shell

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"A goal without a plan is just a wish."
--Antoine de Saint Exupery

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And SOONER bred,
And when I die,
I’ll be SOONER dead!
GO SOONERS!
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Hey Effie!!! (((( *))))) (both arms, 1 slap, no pelvic contact, lol) Good to see ya!!

Sorry to hear about your health issues. But it's great to hear from you. I love you too man! Good luck with the scan! I'm sure you must wanna know what's going on in there. Heck WE all want to know too. Jeepers, get better so we can just do the LC thing ok?

Oh, and absences are just part of the whole process I think. That and falling off plan. But finding your way back again is too.

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Eddie, just think of your cane as a stylish addition to your wardrobe! Actually, it's important to choose the correct cane and use it right. Try looking at this site:

http://arthritis.about.com/cs/assist/ht/cane.htm

I bought a cane a couple of years ago when my knee was really bad, and it helped - a lot. Thankfully, I don't need it now, although once it awhile I think about pulling it out. An adjustable one, not pretty, but functional.

So, get out your top hat, and pretend you're Fred Astaire.

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Nita

I'm sure you look very distinguished with the cane. And, if it helps you to keep Dan in line then it has to be a good thing, right?

Welcome back Eddie. I have truly missed you

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Eddie - same kinda {{{Hug}}} Gregg gave you! LOL seriously I'll be keeping my fingers crossed that the Mri indicates a curable and temporary problem!

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hey Eddie...Just popped in her to say I'm thinking of you and wishing you well.

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Hey everyone! Just a quick pop-in - I'm still alive. I had my MRI today and my PCP's nurse called me with the report - I have a brain! LOL Seriously, everything looked normal. However, I see the neuro next week, and I'm going to wait to see what he says after he looks at them. Plus, he wanted a closed MRI because they're better, and I got there this morning and it was open. Sometimes lesions don't show up on open MRI's. And, sometimes people with MS don't always show lesions on the brain (I've been doing my homework). It's a curious mess . . . I have all the symptoms, but the MRI is clear (right now). Or maybe it's something else. All I know is that I feel like a$$ and I'm tired of it!

On a positive note - my PCP put me on a water pill two weeks ago to see if maybe there was some fluid in my ears that was causing my dizziness and imbalance. It didn't help with that, but apparently I've been carrying around some major water weight, because in the past two weeks, I've lost 18 pounds. Either that or something is seriously going on. I'm not questioning it at this point! So I'm at my lowest weight in a couple of years - 338 with my clothes on! (ignore the counter at the bottom of the post - way outdated and I think I based it on naked weighing, holding my breath, after going to the bathroom, and lots of prayer. I may have had my glasses off too.) I took my belt off on Friday and my Dockers fell down around my feet!

Anyhoo - hope all is well with y'all!

Where's Kim?????

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Eddie
President and Founder of the Intergalactic Order of Brussels Sprouts Haters

Oh, and by the way Vickie . . .

Who is "her" and why did you pop in her? This is a family forum! PM me with this stuff!!! LOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

The body may be broken, but the mind is still the same . . .

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Eddie
President and Founder of the Intergalactic Order of Brussels Sprouts Haters

OMG eddie...nothing gets by you does it!? I miss your presence here and your zany sense of humor. I hope you're feeling well enough soon to stop in more often. As for Kim...she has all but stopped coming around anymore. I miss her too.

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Hi Effie, glad to hear you still have a brain!! Seriously though, I hope you are able to get to the bottom of whatever is ailing you.

I didn't need the pants around the ankles imagery though! lol!

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I got ya beat on the water weight loss, Eddie. When I was pregnant with my last one, they gave me a double diuretic, and I lost 12 lbs overnight! Really! It was bizarre, because I was supposed to be on complete bed rest, only getting up to go to the bathroom, but no rest having to run all the time! And I was in hospital, and weighed on their scales, so I know it was correct.

They'll get you all sorted out, and you'll know soon what the real problem is. Just be patient, as hard as that can be!

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Nita

Happy New Year and wishing you much success with your weight loss...It appears that you are doing great..Stay encouraged...

Ophelia

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Start Date: Jan 1,2006
Weight: 281.5
Weight Now: 226/220....
Goal Weight:145:butterfly

Hey Eddie - Hope they get you diagnosed soon so treatment can begin to help you. Geez 18 pounds is a lot of water to have been carrying. could be symptomatic. I know i have some diuretic pills somewhere. think I'll be taking a few.

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I heard via email from our Dear Eddie this morning!
He is super busy with life right now, and he and Dan are doing good. He also said he has a new job...his dream job of a lifetime, actually, and he is loving it. The best news though, is he has lost over 40 lbs!!!!!
He says to say hey to everyone, and he'll try and visit LCE soon!

wOOt!!! WTG Eddie on the pounds down!!!
and, BTW....

Happy Birthday, to ya!!!!

Shell

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Visit Kassie's Korner


"A goal without a plan is just a wish."
--Antoine de Saint Exupery

I’m SOONER born,
And SOONER bred,
And when I die,
I’ll be SOONER dead!
GO SOONERS!
I be ready for some football!

One little walker-runner Dude for every 10 miles!