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Post by katelight on May 1, 2007 6:48:44 GMT -5
Pam, I'm so sorry to hear of your friend. Just know that you and she are in my prayers and good thoughts. It is so difficult to be a survivor, yet what a legacy that a person has someone to miss them when they pass. During these next few weeks you just need to be your loving supportive self. You will know what to say and do when the time comes.
Take care
katie
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Post by girliepurple on May 1, 2007 12:36:02 GMT -5
Pammy, I'm sorry to hear about your friend too, I am thinking of you and praying for her. I am now on page 6 of this challenge so I can't remember what everyone wrote on page 5, I'll try! ;D Vita - nice place to visit, I'm glad you had a good time. Ema - great loss, you are accomplishing your goals! Cathy - I love your post, positive self-talk is something I have trouble with, I consider myself a positive person except when it comes to my own goals, somehow whatever I do is never enough for me (or hardly ever). Mighty - you go girl! Your post made me read back on my goals and I am not doing too bad. Beth - how are you doing this week? Katie - you go painting girl!!  That's getting those APs in, I know. I have a great day all!
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Post by chicagobeth on May 1, 2007 19:05:23 GMT -5
Hey challengers - what's shakin?
Pam - hang in there - I'm so sorry about your friend. Allow yourself to deal with the grief, don't try and mask it by distracting yourself with other things because it always catches up with you, unfortunately. I'm thinking of you.
My week is going okay so far - thanks for asking, Cathy! Believe it or not I haven't had much of an appetite the last few days. I started feeling a bit under the weather Saturday afternoon and finally woke up today for this first time feeling "normal". I went spinning yesterday and today (I was a bit quesy yesterday but muddled through, I had a much better class today). The appetite thing has been strange though, I've always been someone who eats every 2-3 hours. The past few days I haven't been snacking at all, just eating my meals. I'm sure this phase won't last too long.
The weather here the last few days has been glorious, although this afternoon it was 84 degrees and 2 hours later at 3:30 it had dropped 20 degrees to 64 degrees and we needed jackets. Very strange, this Chicago weather.
Have a good rest of the week everyone!
-Beth
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Post by pammywhamy on May 1, 2007 21:27:15 GMT -5
Hi All,
My friend past away this morning. So it's been a rough day. I had just made flight arrangements to fly out to spend an afternoon with her when I received the e-mail from her brother saying she had past. I feel terrible not being able to say good bye. But it was her time and it's best that she is no longer in pain. It was a long journey for her. A second bout of cancer, knowing that she would not survive it but only live with it. She was able to hold on for 2 yrs after the diagnosis. Amazing! The funeral will be on Thursday. I am flying out with a friend so I will have someone to share my kleenix with.
So how am I handling it??? I'm baking cookies. I know, not a smart thing to do right now. But it keeps me busy and I enjoy it. At least I chose a cookie I prefer not to eat (hard to believe but true). Sorry for rambling but it's what I need to do right now while the kids are asleep. My oldest did not do well when the cat died the other week so I am trying not to make a big thing over this.
P
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Post by girliepurple on May 2, 2007 9:39:51 GMT -5
Pammy - I am so sorry to hear about your friend. She knew you loved her, please be easy on yourself regarding saying goodbye. I believe she can hear you now, she knows how you feel. Death is a part of life, albeit the sad part, your kids have a great Mom and you will make them understand, don't hold back. Smart NSV for baking cookies you don't like at a time like this! Travel safely, we are all thinking of you.
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Post by ema2two on May 2, 2007 17:07:37 GMT -5
Pam-so sorry for the loss of your friend. I hope that your time at her funeral will give you a chance to connect with your circle of mutual friends and be of support to one another as you each begin your bereavement journey. Take care of yourself during this difficult time. Really take care of yourself--give yourself time, quiet when you need it, activity when you need distraction, healthy food, some time for exercise.
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Post by girliepurple on May 4, 2007 7:41:16 GMT -5
Hi, everyone! It sure is quiet at Kippy's the last few days. I came to say Hi and hope you all have a fantastic weekend! |
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Post by sulee on May 4, 2007 8:08:31 GMT -5
Hi gals...
I've sure been one absent challenger. But I can see people working their thing and do what they need to for themselves and it's awesome!
I rejoined ww yesterday and stayed for the meeting... a biggie for me. and I will keep doing so. I really did see the benefit of the meeting even if I found certain aspects of it irritating....
Unfortunately my precious grandmother has taken a downturn so i'm headed to the Big Apple to see her, tomorrow ... I pray pray pray not for the last time.
I'm not making plans about food or exercise while I'm away as this type of situation is so unpredictable. I plan to be back Friday.
Have a great weekend, all!
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Post by ema2two on May 4, 2007 9:21:31 GMT -5
Sulee-congrats on rejoining at being reasonable of your expectations in light of the urgent need for a trip to see your grandmother. Glad you were able to get away so quickly to see her. I think you've mentioned being from NY, so you may have plenty of resources while you're up here, but I'm in Brooklyn, and if I can be of help, you can e-mail me. I can't promise I'll be able to, but I'm happy to be asked, and will be honest if I can assist in the way you need or not.
Cathy--glad you are trying to keep us on track with checking in! it has been quiet.
I've been doing OK. Not fully core, but not overeating. Progress will be slower this way, I realize, but I am trying to be reasonable in my expectations for myself and for my results relative to my efforts.
On that note, I am off to the gym for some cardio and yoga. I already have plans to take DS#4 and his coloring book with me to WW meeting on Sunday morning, despite DH working (my older boys have 1/2 day of school on Sunday, so they're taken care of) after which I will go to the gym. I realize what a difference it makes belonging to a gym with babysitting services (which I only use on Sunday's when DH works) and when I used to belong to Curves, where I'd have to miss out when DH works.
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Post by chicagobeth on May 4, 2007 13:07:50 GMT -5
Sounds like everyone is hanging in there. I was down .2 today so I am still .4 from goal! It's okay, as I mentioned before I'm petrified of getting there. I'm getting my period next week but hopefully it won't keep me from losing that dang half pound.
We are having friends come over for Cinco de Mayo tomorrow and I'm going to make chicken fajitas, 7-layer-dip and maybe something with rice. Should be fun. I hope to go spinning tomorrow morning. I keep reading these articles on spinning that people are sending me about why everyone loves it. And I'm so glad to call myself a "spinner" - it is the one form of exercise I truly enjoy and I'm not just doing it because I have to.
I am putting together a scrapbook for my MIL's 60th B-day and I asked family members to send me pictures. I received a package from my aunt in CA yesterday with some pictures of me from 1999-2000 which was approx. 75 pounds ago. I really hadn't looked at pictures like that in a long time and I'm having a strange response to it. I brought them in to show my leader this morning. My husband looked at them and said he doesn't even remember me like that. The one thing I can say is that I don't feel pity or sad for that old me, because I always felt very loved by everyone around me and I don't think, as heavy as I was, that I had a negative self image. They were really weird and difficult to see though, and certainly motivating. I know I will never go back to that person.
Hope everyone has a great weekend!
-Beth
PS: I'm going to try and get my DH to help me post some photos here this weekend.
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Post by vita77 on May 4, 2007 20:30:04 GMT -5
Hi all....just a drive-by to see how you all are. Pam, so sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. Sulee, best wishes for your grandmother's health. Ema, don't worry about slow progress - I can attest that it's still every bit as worthwhile to do it slowly. Thanks also to Cathy, Katie and Beth for your faithful posts while the rest of us are popping in when we can. I always enjoy catching up.
I'm still trying to get the hang of maintenance. I'm 1 pound up from goal, with one more week to make lifetime. So it's going okay. I'd like a few pounds as a cushion, but so far, haven't managed it. Those 63 points are just too much of a joy to spend.
I'm getting up at the crack of dawn (4:30) tomorrow to do a 60-mile bike ride for our local AIDS charities. The weather looks cool and drizzly, and the ride's generally a bit disorganized, but it's fun and a great cause. There are always a few riders dressed up in drag (picture feather headdresses sticking out of bike helmets). I always cry when they wheel a riderless bike up to the starting line, and ask us to remember those we've lost to AIDS. I have a very good friend who lives with the disease, so I carry him as a 'ghost rider.'
Saturday night I'm off to see Spiderman 3...against my better judgement, after reading the reviews! Have a great weekend, everyone.
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Post by pammywhamy on May 5, 2007 10:07:53 GMT -5
Just stopping by to give you a quick update. I made it to Miami for the funeral. It was very sad but I am glad I went. It gave me a chance to say goodbye and also to reminise with friends about our past.
I hope everyone is doing well. I will try and catch up on all the posts later on this weekend.
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Post by pammywhamy on May 6, 2007 7:26:33 GMT -5
Hi Everyone
Thanks again for your caring thoughts.
Sulee - congratulations on your recommitment. I know I should start going to the meetings agian but I just can't find the right fit for me.
It's a beautifull day here in Chicago. We are going on the Walk for Israel this morning so it is going to be a busy day. It always a nice chance to see old friends and catch up.
Tomorrow is WI and I definately had some challenges this week. Not sure how it will pan out but I plan and trying to detox today and get back to core.
Have a great day,
Pam
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Post by ema2two on May 6, 2007 13:25:49 GMT -5
I am checking in now while I can. I am HAPPY to report that I continue to do well so far on my challenge:
My goals:
check in at least 3 times a week-- DONE THAT!
exercise at least 3 times a week--Got in three, and a few extra brief walks while doing errands.
go to a meeting at least every 2 weeks-- DH is working today and next Sunday, but DS#4 cooperated (thank G-d for the coloring book and markers I brought with us) today after having an hour in the gym playroom before the meeting.
eat 2 fruits and 2 veggies a day--so far, so good' most days getting in more than 4 F/V for the day
stop eating before I feel stuffed--so far, so good most meals
Lose some weight--DOWN 1.2!! That's 3 weeks in a row that I've lost weight and my best sustained effort in close to a year. YEAH ME! That's just shy of 5 lbs since I resolved to get my act together after hitting bottom at Passover. Having had my antidepressant medication changed again recently surely has helped, but whatever the factors that contribute to success, I'll take 'em.
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Post by katelight on May 7, 2007 6:55:31 GMT -5
Congratulations Ema, this journey has taken a couple of detours and you are back on the path. Your determination and committment are an inspiration to me.
Sulee, my prayers are with you and your grandmother. What a blessing that you could leave so quickly to be with her.
Good for you for re-joining. Meetings are an important part of this plan.
Vita, you are doing a great job, with only one week left to lifetime. I'm so impressed with your compassion for benefit rides.
Beth, I know exactly how you feel looking at old pictures. In many ways I don't feel different than I did 80lbs ago, for many of the same reasons you stated, but I know I look different. It is a strange sensation.
Pam, funerals are for the living, to be able to rejoice in your friend's memory, and to grieve, and to love and laugh. I'm so glad that you were able to travel to Florida.
Wi was terrible. I had a big gain, at first not expected, until I really assessed what I had eaten and realized how easily I lie to myself about that's only a point or two, what can that hurt. I'm making a plan to change some things up, and have had a really good weekend food wise. I also painted the bathroom so I got in some ap's there. lol You can't really snack when your hands are covered with paint and spackle.
Have a great day
Katie
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That's getting those APs in, I know.
