Shel: Gimme a good ole earthquake any day!!

Except I do miss that BIG WEATHER!! When we were in MI, I remember looking out in the back after the sirens sounded and our lawn furniture was hovering off the ground! Scary!

Hope the night is eventless for you!

Peace to all,
Peg

Good morning, my friends--and I do mean GOOD. Thanks for all your support over the past couple of weeks. Yes, it IS hard on the spouse. HE wasn't the one who was told (on Wednesday) that he wasn't going to make it, and I'd better look into Hospice plans. Now his job is clear: get up and get going, and EAT. He can't leave until he's strong enough, and that will take some work. He wasn't strong going in, and being horizontal for almost two weeks hasn't helped. He'll be there for a few more days, and I have to look into health care arrangements for home. In fact, at this point, the less I'm there, the better, as he doesn't tolerate being lectured, advised, or fussed over, especially by me.

Me? I'm going to the gym for my regular Saturday workout. I promise I've been eating regularly. However, the net effect of this ordeal is that I've arrived at my "dream goal" weight of 128 (or less)--the final decade--and I'm beginning to feel/look too scrawny. I suspect that once I get back into my regular workout routine, my muscles will suck up more water. I certainly do NOT want to lose any more weight. I never imagined I'd be saying that in my entire life.

Speaking of health, I hope Heather's just busy. Didn't see her perky post.

Fell asleep to the sound of thunderboomers last night. We don't worry so much about tornadoes in these parts, although we've certainly had some devastating ones--the most recent only about two years ago. The only "tornado" I've actually seen was a waterspout off the coast of SC. Pretty awesome, and I didn't want to see it moving towards ME.

I wish Larry could have experienced the profound encouragement I have felt through a remarkable network of family, friends, and spiritual family. I hope I'll be able to put it in words for him as he continues his recovery.

Enjoy the weekend. Take time for you. Be well.

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Well, now I am sure it's a GOOD Morning!

Barb, when I read your last two posts, my heart just swelled up and the tears started rolling. THANK GOD.

LOL about "not wanting to lose more weight." I think we ALL could say that those words are the last thing we think we would ever say! (That was a strange sentence, but you know what I mean)!

Peg, take it from someone who has gone through several major remodels ... have them change it now! They are being paid to work according to a PLAN. Go ahead and be a b*tch. One wrong thing in construction now leads to many other things not working. Please trust me on this!

Brenda, so that's a strainer pot! And it's exactly what it's called! The price is good, too. I went to Macy's on my way home yesterday to get the crepe maker and a tablecloth. First they did not carry the crepe maker (internet only) AND the store I was in did not have tablecloths! Sheesh. So it's on-line today to order one from Amazon or Macy's.

Yes, a new hip will probably happen this year. The pills are not working like they did when I first started taking them. The cortisone shot was a complete waste of time and money. I tried doing some floor exercises last night. Not good. And the little bit of shopping I did after work last night just confirmed that it's necessary. I went to four stores, sorta in and out over the span of one and a half hours and my hip hurt so much I was limping.

If anyone has had experience with a person getting a new hip, clue me in, OK?

Bert, how wonderful your DH can have his surgery. It's also a bonus to find out he is healthy enough to have it!

Shelley, I didn't realize a tornado struck so close to home! When you mentioned your yard being a lake, it struck me how wonderful it was that I could actually picture your yard .... having seen it! As you say, the robins will have a field day!

Only one day of work next week? You are one lucky lady!

Donna, I am so sorry for what you are going through with your daughter. I was sitting here thinking that I just don't know what it's like ... having such a craving for alcohol you don't care about the consequences. But then I realized I am the same way ... with FOOD.

LOL. I forgot about Yao Man making a fake idol!

Everyone ... have a good weekend. I have lots to do to prepare for Easter and prepare for the work week ahead. XXOO

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5'1" ~ 59 years old
Highest weight: 165
Atkins 7/10/2004
160/126/125
RE-DO, January 2008:
167/162/135

Barb: Your post this morning is so encouraging! I DO know what you mean about dh not wanting you fussing. Mine is the same way. You are wise to try to find someone who will do that for you. When we needed to do that (back in the day) for my Dad, we hired a male nurse. It worked out really well. He didn't give him any back talk.

Alida: I DO have experience with parishioners having hip replacements. Most recently, I knew a woman in one of my churches who I visited in the hospital and at home during her recuperation. Since she was an active member, I also watched her recovery at church when she didn't require pastoral calls any more. She was about your age. She did just wonderfully. Before the surgery she was on a cane and walked very crooked because of the pain. After the surgery, she paid attention to the Dr., and the physical therapist quite carefully and within about two months was walking crutch free, cane free, and pain free. Three months after surgery she was able to dance at her daughter's wedding (it was that big wedding that I told you guys about). Her bedroom was on the second floor, so she rented a hospital bed and put it in a sun room on the first floor for the first couple of weeks. This was so she didn't have to traverse stairs. It's Mega important that you don't fall during this crucial healing/knitting period. After a couple of weeks, her physical therapy included working on stairs. The PT came to her home. You can have the Dr. write a prescription for this and your insurance should pay for it. (Also for the hospital bed, if you need it) I asked her several times about the pain level because I anticipate that surgery some day. She continually said that the pain of recovery was no where near the pain she had before the surgery! I found that so reassuring. I watched her try to walk, etc., right after surgery. I was curious throughout the process because of my own anticipation. So, that's my story.

Shel: Waiting to hear from you that you are safe!

Judy, Bren, Donna, Bert, Nita: What are you guys doing today?
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I slept until 9:30 this morning! I couldn't believe it. I must have needed that sleep. I'm feeling pretty good, I tell you.

Called dd last night and she was p***y, so I'm calling her today with fear and trepidation. I hate it when I get the anger she is feeling at someone else. I told dh this morning, "Why doesn't she just stuff her stress, like everyone else does?" (Only kidding, believe me) She still hasn't received a written offer from the place that is her only live hope so far. I do want to invite her family for Easter dinner. No lamb if they come. We'll have ham, I guess.

We're going to the pool this afternoon (80's here) and I will do some water exercise. Then, try to get my back as tan as my front! Important things, you know. We made a list of all the things we need to do before we leave for the trip (4/26), then divvied it between the two of us. So, I may start whittling away at that list.

Well, darlin's, I gotta go. Back later maybe
Peace, Peg

All OK here...just bumping along today...LOL.
We had 3.5 inches of rain in about an 11-12 hr period yesterday! Lots of local flooding and lots of idiots driving into flooded streets...duh! I mean, wouldn't you do a U -turn if you couldn't SEE the street or the CURBS??? Oye!

Anyhoo...off to do some chores.
Everyone have a good weekend! It looks like we'll dry out a bit here...thank goodness!

Later, chickadees!
(((hugs)))
Shell

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Just got back from the doctor. This stupid cold that is in my head was hurting so bad I finally gave in today. Was told that this wasn't going to get any better but eventually get worse. Even start to hurt my teeth. Anyway, maybe a few days before I do get back online. Kids have been really good in helping me out. Everytime something was on the floor it hurt to bad to even lower my head. Have a good weeken everyone!

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Heather: Woohee, girl! You need a new Doctor!! I would have punched his lights out!
Peg

Aw Heather. Take care, hon. (yeah, sensitive doc, eh?)

Alida, the people I know who have had a hip replacement I haven't known closely, as Peg has, but I haven't heard of anyone regreting the decision. I do know there is a "minimal incision" hip replacement surgery now, as well as several different kinds of materials available for the replacement. IMO there is every reason to be optimistic that in the end you will be more active and without the pain you experience now. I believe the odds are with you

Barb, the joy and relief in your heart is palpable! I know you've probably been a foot off the ground all day. There are details to work out, no doubt, and possibly new routines all around, but to have hope is to have everything.

Shame that your goal decade arrives under such stress, but at least you know now what it feels and looks like, and you can decide without hesitation that you "don't want to lose more weight" What a delightful decision to make, eh?

Peg, I slept almost as late as you! I will happily nominate you for Queen Slug of the Day, however

Does your stomach clench whenever you call dd? You said there was a lot of drama, but I am really beginning to see what you mean. LOL at stuffing it, too Hope your next conversation is more positive, or less p***y.

And I am so very sorry to hear that your back is not as tan as your front. I do hope you will take all the time you need to remedy that condition

Waves to everyone
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We have the rain today some of you've already had. DH has been grumpy with a cold. However, life is good. The dogs are curled into doughnuts, Dad is leaving tomorrow, dh is asleep, and all is peaceful in my tiny universe. Good night, friends.

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LC Since 1998
Highest Weight 172
Current 104-108

nite, john-boy....

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Sunday morning--a Christian milestone, Palm Sunday. I'll attend early church today (smaller and quieter service) and my usual Sunday school class, to update my friends there. Then off to the hospital.

This afternoon, I decided to attend a long-planned potluck gathering of some of my other online friends on a Fitness website. The web founder is in town visiting relatives, and I thought it would be a good "normal" thing to do. Larry is upset by the thought of my hanging around the hospital all the time, so I won't.

Although the news of improvement on Friday was thrilling, I'm not seeing signs of steady progress. At this point, I'm just taking things one day at a time. In spite of all the tests, etc., doctors still can't accurately predict what the human body will do. We all know from our failures and successes in weight management that there's always a mystery going on. So...I'm simply remaining hopeful and prayerful.

Yesterday I cleaned and reorganized the pantry and fridge. Larry's territory. I'm sure there was stuff in there years old. For supper, I made a Deep Dish Quiche Pizza from a low-carb recipe. Delicious.

Alida, my dad had a hip replacement a couple of years ago--at 89. It completely relieved the pain, and he's doing well with it. The technology is very advanced, and you'll be glad you did it.

Donna, my thoughts have been with you and the struggles of your dd. From this conversation alone, we caution the world about the awful price alcohol demands. There's no wine in my house now, and it will be a long time before I see it as a recreational beverage.

I hope you all don't mind my droning on and on. At this point in our friendship, I think it would be worse to disappear. So I'm here.

Take care of you.

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Atkins since Jan 2003
Maintenance as of 4/05


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Good morning!

Barb: Don't you DARE disappear! We are ALL here with you.

How wonderful to get together with other on-line friends! When is the potluck?

Deep Dish Quiche Pizza? You have to share that recipe. It sounds wonderful.

Heather, worse before it gets better??? Sounds like Sinus. Did your doctor take any X-rays of your sinus? Or give you any meds? Are you using any over-the-counter nose sprays? I had a run-in with those. I used them for years and when I developed daily headaches I went to my ENT and discovered the pain was from the nose spray. I haven't used nose spray since then and the headaches have disappeared. (((HUGS)))

Brenda, Peg & Barb: Thanks so much for the info re: hip surgery. The MBR is on the first floor, so that's covered. I know we can rent one of those potty seats that raises the height of the seat. We need some new toilets anyway, so maybe buying one of those taller toilets may be the way to go. The biggest worry I have is work. No work = no pay. And we can't afford to have me not working for several months! I can set up an "office" in my DR and with "Go To My PC" I can do some work. Hopefully, some of the BIG jobs Bob has quoted may come through and that will give us a little extra $$. But I wanted that money for the house. I wonder if recovering from hip surgery counts as "disability" for social security? I could wait until May 2008 when I do get SS. That extra would cover it. SIGH. I should call my doctor and ask how long I actually could not work. If it's just a month before I can handle driving and stairs, that may be doable. Also, my boss may switch offices with me so I could work upstairs in her office .... or we can move my office up to her LR temporarily.

Peg, perhaps your daughter is just so comfortable with your relationship she feels she can let out her "feelings" with you? She may have the feeling "If not my Mother, then who?" It's not an excuse, though. Stuff it? LOL. But you're right.

I just re-read (and printed) your paragraph about your parishioner's hip replacement. (Sorry about droning on about this ....) In two months crutch-free? Couple weeks before "doing" stairs? So it does sound like a month before I could resume "full time" work. Fingers crossed.

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Bob gets home tonight after a long drive from Houston. He met our new daughter-in-law for a total of about SEVEN MINUTES yesterday. I really do wonder why our son wanted him to go ..... XXOO

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5'1" ~ 59 years old
Highest weight: 165
Atkins 7/10/2004
160/126/125
RE-DO, January 2008:
167/162/135

I'll lock up March...see ya in the April thread!


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