Guest guest Posted October 21, 2001 Report Share Posted October 21, 2001 Karla, I can think of so many, it's hard to whittle it down to 10. Every day, every hour I'm sure, I am grateful for this or that ordinary thing. Bending over, right from the waist, no leg spreading to accommodate my tummy. Crossing my legs. Being able to take good care of my feet, and keeping them polished and nice. Walking down the street and being greeted by smiles. Walking in aisles at stores and knowing I can walk right through, no need to turn sideways. Hugging someone and having my chest hit them first, before my tummy, like a woman should be able to do. Getting my confidence back. Being offered a man's jacket when it turns chilly and not having to worry if it'll fit around me. Walking for blocks and blocks and feeling invigorated and healthy and thankful. Not having to worry about " how I look " all the time. I look fine. Done. There's ten, and I could go on and on. Every day I feel grateful for this new lease on life. And maybe best of all, so it should be said as my number one pleasure, I have an optimistric view of the future. When the weight was just coming on, month after month and year after year, I didn't look forward to next year. I feared it. What would my life be like with 30 more pounds, I would wonder. When will diabetes come to visit and never leave? When was heart disease and blood pressure coming? That relief, emotionally, from the fear of added weight and disappearing health, That releif is my number one pleasure. I am so excited about the future I could burst. I am doing so many things that are years in the making. And I feel great and have every confidence that I will be around and well long enough to complete my goals and live well from the efforts. LIFE IS SWEET< that's what I'm saying! PhillyJude. I'm shutting up now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2001 Report Share Posted October 21, 2001 Karla, I can think of so many, it's hard to whittle it down to 10. Every day, every hour I'm sure, I am grateful for this or that ordinary thing. Bending over, right from the waist, no leg spreading to accommodate my tummy. Crossing my legs. Being able to take good care of my feet, and keeping them polished and nice. Walking down the street and being greeted by smiles. Walking in aisles at stores and knowing I can walk right through, no need to turn sideways. Hugging someone and having my chest hit them first, before my tummy, like a woman should be able to do. Getting my confidence back. Being offered a man's jacket when it turns chilly and not having to worry if it'll fit around me. Walking for blocks and blocks and feeling invigorated and healthy and thankful. Not having to worry about " how I look " all the time. I look fine. Done. There's ten, and I could go on and on. Every day I feel grateful for this new lease on life. And maybe best of all, so it should be said as my number one pleasure, I have an optimistric view of the future. When the weight was just coming on, month after month and year after year, I didn't look forward to next year. I feared it. What would my life be like with 30 more pounds, I would wonder. When will diabetes come to visit and never leave? When was heart disease and blood pressure coming? That relief, emotionally, from the fear of added weight and disappearing health, That releif is my number one pleasure. I am so excited about the future I could burst. I am doing so many things that are years in the making. And I feel great and have every confidence that I will be around and well long enough to complete my goals and live well from the efforts. LIFE IS SWEET< that's what I'm saying! PhillyJude. I'm shutting up now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2001 Report Share Posted October 21, 2001 Karla, I can think of so many pleasures, it's hard to whittle it down to 10. Every day, every hour I'm sure, I am grateful for this or that ordinary thing. Bending over, right from the waist, no leg spreading to accommodate my tummy. Crossing my legs. Being able to take good care of my feet, and keeping them polished and nice. Walking down the street and being greeted by smiles. Walking in aisles at stores and knowing I can walk right through, no need to turn sideways. Hugging someone and having my chest hit them first, before my tummy, like a woman should be able to do. Getting my confidence back. Being offered a man's jacket when it turns chilly and not having to worry if it'll fit around me. Walking for blocks and blocks and feeling invigorated and healthy and thankful. Not having to worry about " how I look " all the time. I look fine. Done. There's ten, and I could go on and on. Every day I feel grateful for this new lease on life. And maybe best of all, so it should be said as my number one pleasure, I have an optimistric view of the future. When the weight was just coming on, month after month and year after year, I didn't look forward to next year. I feared it. What would my life be like with 30 more pounds, I would wonder. When will diabetes come to visit and never leave? When was heart disease and blood pressure coming? That relief, emotionally, from the fear of added weight and disappearing health, THAT relief is my number one pleasure. I am so excited about the future I could burst. I am doing so many things that will take years to achieve. And I feel great and have every confidence that I will be around ~and well ~ long enough to complete my goals and live well from the efforts. LIFE IS SWEET< that's what I'm saying! PhillyJude. (OK, I'm shutting up now!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2001 Report Share Posted October 21, 2001 Carla: Here are my top ten pleasures. 01. Sitting in church and not having to look around to see who is larger and who isn't. 02. Being able to climb in the back seat of our van. 03. Waking up in the morning painless and rested. 04. Being able to tie my shoes without propping my foot on something. 05. Going in a store and finding something I could wear out of the store if I wanted too. 06. Climbing up in our friends truck and not having to have someone push. 07. Holding my grand children on my lap (I have one now). 08. Cooking and not worrying about how much I am cooking or how much I am eating because it is not enough to hurt me. 09. Putting on makeup and feeling good about myself. 10. Going to pcp and climbing on the scales before the nurse tells me too, Do ya want ten more. Phyllis mgb 11-29-2000 105- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 22, 2001 Report Share Posted October 22, 2001 My favorite is opening my closet and being able to wear what I WANT not just what fits me. Second favorite is that folks are more accepting of me. Question for everyone Hi I have been thinking about Tonya in Minnesota posting about how happy she was to be having her rings sized down, and I thought I would like borrow her idea and ask everyone what the top 10 " little pleasures " that they are enjoying since loosing weight. I will share mine and I hope that you all will share yours, as I would be interested in seeing what everyone has to say and what they are now enjoying that they couldnt pre surgery. I am sure that I missed some and will see them on others lists, but these are the ones that come to mind off the top of my head. 10. Being able to get off the floor without assistance 09. Being able to take a bath again, not just a shower 08. Not worrying if I will be able to ride a ride at amusement parks or the fair because the rides seatbelts arent big enough. 07. Not panting for breath after walking a couple of blocks. 06. Fitting in a seat at the movie theatre. 05. Not waking up everyday with pain everywhere. 04. Someone being able to pick me up and carry me again without risking a hernia. ( this happened recently and it was so fun! ) 03. Getting on the scales and weighing less than your 6'3 inch skinny spouse who has never had a weight problem ( I know that sounds kind of bad, but its a thrill for me to weigh 9lbs less than he does! ) 02. Regular width shoes ( I have dropped from a 10.5 wide shoe to a 9 regular shoe, and a 7.5 regular steel toed boots for work! ) 01. Not being a slave to food and sugar esp the carbonated soda's. ( I am one of the ones who gets violently ill from sugar, and dumps still over 10 months out, even regular lemonade will do it! ) ( I found out the hard way, My husband ordered me a diet lemonade and you guessed it, it was the leaded version! Crabtree Valley Mall was a nightmare when that happened to me in there! ) So I hope everyone will share! Thanks for your time! Your friend in Rougemont, NC Carla Medlin MGB 12-15-00 312 / 170 / Its all gravy from here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 22, 2001 Report Share Posted October 22, 2001 Philly Jude, great posting Re: Question for everyone Karla, I can think of so many, it's hard to whittle it down to 10. Every day, every hour I'm sure, I am grateful for this or that ordinary thing. Bending over, right from the waist, no leg spreading to accommodate my tummy. Crossing my legs. Being able to take good care of my feet, and keeping them polished and nice. Walking down the street and being greeted by smiles. Walking in aisles at stores and knowing I can walk right through, no need to turn sideways. Hugging someone and having my chest hit them first, before my tummy, like a woman should be able to do. Getting my confidence back. Being offered a man's jacket when it turns chilly and not having to worry if it'll fit around me. Walking for blocks and blocks and feeling invigorated and healthy and thankful. Not having to worry about " how I look " all the time. I look fine. Done. There's ten, and I could go on and on. Every day I feel grateful for this new lease on life. And maybe best of all, so it should be said as my number one pleasure, I have an optimistric view of the future. When the weight was just coming on, month after month and year after year, I didn't look forward to next year. I feared it. What would my life be like with 30 more pounds, I would wonder. When will diabetes come to visit and never leave? When was heart disease and blood pressure coming? That relief, emotionally, from the fear of added weight and disappearing health, That releif is my number one pleasure. I am so excited about the future I could burst. I am doing so many things that are years in the making. And I feel great and have every confidence that I will be around and well long enough to complete my goals and live well from the efforts. LIFE IS SWEET< that's what I'm saying! PhillyJude. I'm shutting up now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2002 Report Share Posted May 19, 2002 that is what the group is about. if we didnt want to hear about your troubles, then we would have no right posting about ours. You are more than welcome to post. And if that person was from this list... HOW DARE YOU! ** Help a child have a happy day- Check out www.sendingourlove.org My personal site - www.sandrascountrycloset.0catch.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2002 Report Share Posted May 20, 2002 Hi Anne. I agree with . CZ _________________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 5, 2002 Report Share Posted October 5, 2002 did you treat measles with an homeopathy? I do think alot of diseases get bad raps and other problems are easy to blame on them. AMY MOMMY TO 4 KIDDIES Chelsea 10 Carrigian 6 5 Chaela Noelle 20 m0 from the mouth of a 4 yr old " your not fat mommy just squishy! " !!!! ) <A HREF= " http://hometown.aol.com/chevy974/myhomepagebaby.html " >The Haskett bunch</A> <A HREF= " http://babiesonline.com/babies/c/chaela/ " >Chaela, born 12/22/2000</A> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 5, 2002 Report Share Posted October 5, 2002 I didn`t see the light and stop vaxing until fairly recently but my older daughter didn`t get some vaxes due to an egg allergy including the MMR. She got measles when she was about 4, it was bad but followed a textbook case. Some months afterwards she had hearing problems, almost deaf in one ear and reduced hearing in the other. The hospital said the measles were the cause of this. She was schedulled for treatment but the waiting list was so long that the problem cleared up on its own (the warm oil I used on her obviously helped!). No doubt she is included in these statistics as a complication and I`ve mentioned it here before. Now the interesting part, my other daughter had earwax buildup a couple of years ago which reduced her hearing, and I`ve recently found out that all 3 cousins on their fathers side have had hearing problems in childhood none of these kids had measles so I reckon measles were blamed in this case just because she`d had them. How many `complications` are blamed on measles wrongly? Joyce in Ireland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2002 Report Share Posted October 7, 2002 Amy, Apologies for the delay in replying, I was at a family thing yesterday. You asked. <did you treat measles with an homeopathy> At that time, 10 years ago, I hadn`t learned about alternative medicine. Now I use herbal treatments for family illnesses. While I certainly don`t rule out homeopathy I just can`t afford it. Joyce in Ireland. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 9, 2005 Report Share Posted January 9, 2005 I posted the other day under "did you know" and it tells about how winter storms can add 2lbs on the scale..sorry i cant find the info again..but if you look back..youll find it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 9, 2005 Report Share Posted January 9, 2005 I can't speak of this winter because I'm restarting but last winter it was hard because of the water - who wants to drink a gallon of water when it's 10 degrees out! As far as working out - I do that inside so that wasn't hampered. I made it to February last year before losing interest. and plateaus will suck my willpower quicker than a large glass of frosted pop! hang in there and stay strong! question for everyone I have a question that I am wondering about. Does anyone else find thatthey are losing less weight now that winter is here. For me it has beenlose then plateau then lose and plateau it is enough to rip my hair out. Ijust can't wait for spring to get out on the trails in the forest preservewith my dog and walk.My road to losing weight is a one-way street, U-turns are not allowed.--------- from the old .com web site Daily MessageDon't forget to check our list's Files and Links pages for helpful weight loss information and loads of healthy recipes. No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Anti-Virus.Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 265.6.9 - Release Date: 1/6/2005 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 265.6.9 - Release Date: 1/6/2005 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 10, 2005 Report Share Posted July 10, 2005 Hi , I've had polyps back in my sinus cavity before that were successfully removed. Just means more packing - IF that's possible. question for everyone I recently had a CT scan to determine if I need surgery and I was told that my polyps are in every sinus cavity and also go waayyy back, as far as the scan could depict. Has anyone else had polyps this much or just in your nose? I am just curious. Also, has anyone had any great experinces wiith the aspirin? THank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 10, 2005 Report Share Posted July 10, 2005 Nasal polyps is a misnomer in my opinion. Nasal polyps come from the sinuses into the nose. I don't think anyone has them just in the nose. My sinus CT scans always look basically completely opaque, meaning they are always filled with polyps. Lori > I recently had a CT scan to determine if I need surgery and I was told that my polyps are in > every sinus cavity and also go waayyy back, as far as the scan could depict. Has anyone > else had polyps this much or just in your nose? I am just curious. Also, has anyone had > any great experinces wiith the aspirin? THank you! > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2008 Report Share Posted January 20, 2008 Nadine, I've never had any breathing problems..but then, I've never wrestled with a 110 lb dog either. ;-) Did you have any problems before taking Lyrica? Breathing problems fall under Lyrica's 'serious side effects'. Other drugs could possibly cause the same thing though (?) http://epilepsy.emedtv.com/lyrica/lyrica-side-effects-p2.html dominie From: nlraccount@...Date: Sun, 20 Jan 2008 10:00:10 -0800Subject: question for everyone I have been getting out of breath again, but the pain Fibro pain has reared it's ugly head again because I've been doing to much (like wrestling with my 110lb dog that's a complete woosey because I thought she had a tick) and shampooing carpets, etc.. I can't walk up the stairs with clothes without getting out of breath, etc., etc.. I'm on 450mg of Lyrica a day, and obviously it doesn't do much to help the pain when we do too much, and that I'm finding is rather depressing. I've read a bit about some of you having problems with getting out of breath, but not all the time. Is this another symptom of this crazy disease? Nadine Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2008 Report Share Posted January 21, 2008 Hi Me too I have episodes like that as well. Last night while laying in bed i could not sleep my right arm and shoulder was in so much pain all i did was cry. My husband was so upset and quoted you have been on vicodin10/660 for so long isn't there anything stronger they can give you. i am not allowed to take more than two a day. i am on lyrica 450mg per day as well. with the pain last night i had ibs as well so i gad to be on the toilet so i was falling alot too. shelly nadine redman <nlraccount@...> wrote: I have been getting out of breath again, but the pain Fibro pain has reared it's ugly head again because I've been doing to much (like wrestling with my 110lb dog that's a complete woosey because I thought she had a tick) and shampooing carpets, etc.. I can't walk up the stairs with clothes without getting out of breath, etc., etc.. I'm on 450mg of Lyrica a day, and obviously it doesn't do much to help the pain when we do too much, and that I'm finding is rather depressing. I've read a bit about some of you having problems with getting out of breath, but not all the time. Is this another symptom of this crazy disease? Nadine Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2008 Report Share Posted January 21, 2008 When I'm laying in bed and in so much pain that I can't sleep, I move to my recliner chair out in the living room. For some reason, I feel more comfortable there when I'm in serious pain, and usually I can sleep. It probably has something to do with the chair positions, but I also think it relieves pain in my arms and shoulders when I can rest my arms on the arms of the chair. Pam Re: question for everyone Hi Me too I have episodes like that as well. Last night while laying in bed i could not sleep my right arm and shoulder was in so much pain all i did was cry. My husband was so upset and quoted you have been on vicodin10/660 for so long isn't there anything stronger they can give you. i am not allowed to take more than two a day. i am on lyrica 450mg per day as well. with the pain last night i had ibs as well so i gad to be on the toilet so i was falling alot too. shelly nadine redman <nlraccount > wrote: I have been getting out of breath again, but the pain Fibro pain has reared it's ugly head again because I've been doing to much (like wrestling with my 110lb dog that's a complete woosey because I thought she had a tick) and shampooing carpets, etc.. I can't walk up the stairs with clothes without getting out of breath, etc., etc.. I'm on 450mg of Lyrica a day, and obviously it doesn't do much to help the pain when we do too much, and that I'm finding is rather depressing. I've read a bit about some of you having problems with getting out of breath, but not all the time. Is this another symptom of this crazy disease? Nadine Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2008 Report Share Posted January 21, 2008 I have had breathing problems occasionally for a few years. I used to attribute it to allergies, but my allergies weren't bothering me all the times that I had "issues." I did have my heart checked out about a year ago, and everything looked good. I think it may have something to do with my muscles in my chest and back getting tight/knotted, etc.. when the Fibro hits me good. Who knows.....it's just frustrating. pauline <foggynanny@...> wrote: Nadine, I've never had any breathing problems..but then, I've never wrestled with a 110 lb dog either. ;-) Did you have any problems before taking Lyrica? Breathing problems fall under Lyrica's 'serious side effects'. Other drugs could possibly cause the same thing though (?)http://epilepsy.emedtv.com/lyrica/lyrica-side-effects-p2.html dominie From: nlraccount Date: Sun, 20 Jan 2008 10:00:10 -0800Subject: question for everyone I have been getting out of breath again, but the pain Fibro pain has reared it's ugly head again because I've been doing to much (like wrestling with my 110lb dog that's a complete woosey because I thought she had a tick) and shampooing carpets, etc.. I can't walk up the stairs with clothes without getting out of breath, etc., etc.. I'm on 450mg of Lyrica a day, and obviously it doesn't do much to help the pain when we do too much, and that I'm finding is rather depressing. I've read a bit about some of you having problems with getting out of breath, but not all the time. Is this another symptom of this crazy disease? Nadine Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 If your breathing problems are not allergy or respiratory-related, it could be caused by costochondritis (inflammation of the sternum) or myofascial tightness in the chest cavity. Many people with fibro have these conditions as well. Is it worse when you are tired? > > I have had breathing problems occasionally for a few years. I used to attribute it to allergies, but my allergies weren't bothering me all the times that I had " issues. " I did have my heart checked out about a year ago, and everything looked good. I think it may have something to do with my muscles in my chest and back getting tight/knotted, etc.. when the Fibro hits me good. Who knows.....it's just frustrating. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 I have asthma and when it acts up I work on trigger points all over the chest and under the breast bone which helps immensely. Somtimes I get chest pains and working those trigger points helps as well. Also working on spots under the arm pits although painful will help with the breathing. sue in ohio> >> > I have had breathing problems occasionally for a few years. I used > to attribute it to allergies, but my allergies weren't bothering me all > the times that I had "issues." I did have my heart checked out about a > year ago, and everything looked good. I think it may have something to > do with my muscles in my chest and back getting tight/knotted, etc.. > when the Fibro hits me good. Who knows.....it's just frustrating. > >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 15, 2008 Report Share Posted March 15, 2008 Peppermints? sue <lenette32@...> wrote: Hello all,Since I have a question for the group, I will ask that first, then get to the rest of my update. Does anyone have any idea of something that my grandmother could eat, drink or chew that would help with having a really persistent bitter taste in her mouth? Even water tastes bitter to her. I know some of her medicines cause dry mouth, which does not help, and I'm sure some produce bitterness, but I think this is coming from the bile in her stomach. It seems like, from my own experience, salty flavors cancel out bitterness. I suggested lightly salted nuts or pretzels. Lightly salted crackers would be another option. But I'd appreciate any input anyone else can give me. It's important that I try to come up with some kind of solution, because her doctor wants her to eat more. She barely eats three meals a day- she just has no appetite- and this is going to be a challenge. The reason the doctor wants her to eat more is she's having episodes of weakness, and it's not her blood pressure, so the doctor is pretty sure it's her blood sugar. She's not diabetic, but the doctor says she's borderline, or something like that. We are going to try to get a sugar meter to keep at home so we can check a time or two a day, or just when she feels weak. The doctor suggested that she eat 3 meals and 2 snacks a day, and it should be stuff with protein in it at least some of the time. She suggested string cheese, almonds, and a couple of other things I don't remember off the top of my head. As for myself, I'm feeling a little better- the weather has been steadily warming up for the last few days. It gave me the chance to work on a woodworking project that had been sitting in storage since around November. I finally have it nearly finished. It's amazing how being able to spend a couple of hours outside doing something I really love can improve my mood. I also spent about 2 or 3 hours last weekend shooting my bow- just target practice- I thoroughly killed a cardboard box and even though I was sore for about two days afterwards that was really fun too. I'm not saying I'm over my depression- there's still a lot of sadness here, and a strong sense of frustration at my life, because I can't seem to get things together to do what I want and need to do. But maybe, in time things will get better. For now, a few hours of happiness is better than nothing, and I'm trying to find ways to make the most of where my life is now, and accept it, if not be truly happy with it. I plan to spend tomorrow with my parents, and maybe do some more target practice, as well as spend some time stargazing- they live about 15 or 20 miles outside of town, so the view is beautiful at night. The sky is such a velvety black that you feel like you can see every star in the sky. It's really an amazing thing. Thanks in advance to anyone who has any suggestions for me, and thanks to all of you for listening to me talk about my problems. I know it's a support group, and that's what we do, but I just want you to know I appreciate you. ((Hugs))Sincerely, For a fun time try http://www.peternoone.com.For The DC5 fans, please check the updates on Mike at http://www.mikesmith1964.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 15, 2008 Report Share Posted March 15, 2008 Hi . I too am borderline, type 2 diabetes. The advice the Doctor gave your grandmother is very good. One option to try might be Glucerna which make shakes and snack bars for diabetics. I know I cannot drink tap water. You might want to experiment and try bottled waters or flavored waters. They have some flavored waters that have vitamins added. I have found flavored waters work nicely for me. I am also on antidepressants and other meds with dry mouth. If she is getting post nasal dripping that and the dry mouth can combine to make a bitter taste. There are some good special mouthwashes especially for dry mouth in the dental section. I will get back to you on what the names are. The mouthwash might help her. Cyberhugs, I know depression can be a real black dog to get over, especially in having to deal with other health problems. Have fun with the archery and the star-gazing. Oh, with the sugar meter, have her doctor make a referal (covered by insurance) to your local diabetes educator where you will probably be given a sugar meter or if she is on medicare search the internet as many places offer free meters to people 65 and over. Also check out www.diabetes.org. It is the website for the American Diabetes association which has information on meal planning etc. Hope this helps some Huffy - manic depressive spectrum and borderline diabetes On Sat, Mar 15, 2008 at 10:30 PM, <lenette32@...> wrote: Hello all,Since I have a question for the group, I will ask that first, then get to the rest of my update. Does anyone have any idea of something that my grandmother could eat, drink or chew that would help with having a really persistent bitter taste in her mouth? Even water tastes bitter to her. I know some of her medicines cause dry mouth, which does not help, and I'm sure some produce bitterness, but I think this is coming from the bile in her stomach. It seems like, from my own experience, salty flavors cancel out bitterness. I suggested lightly salted nuts or pretzels. Lightly salted crackers would be another option. But I'd appreciate any input anyone else can give me. It's important that I try to come up with some kind of solution, because her doctor wants her to eat more. She barely eats three meals a day- she just has no appetite- and this is going to be a challenge. The reason the doctor wants her to eat more is she's having episodes of weakness, and it's not her blood pressure, so the doctor is pretty sure it's her blood sugar. She's not diabetic, but the doctor says she's borderline, or something like that. We are going to try to get a sugar meter to keep at home so we can check a time or two a day, or just when she feels weak. The doctor suggested that she eat 3 meals and 2 snacks a day, and it should be stuff with protein in it at least some of the time. She suggested string cheese, almonds, and a couple of other things I don't remember off the top of my head. As for myself, I'm feeling a little better- the weather has been steadily warming up for the last few days. It gave me the chance to work on a woodworking project that had been sitting in storage since around November. I finally have it nearly finished. It's amazing how being able to spend a couple of hours outside doing something I really love can improve my mood. I also spent about 2 or 3 hours last weekend shooting my bow- just target practice- I thoroughly killed a cardboard box and even though I was sore for about two days afterwards that was really fun too. I'm not saying I'm over my depression- there's still a lot of sadness here, and a strong sense of frustration at my life, because I can't seem to get things together to do what I want and need to do. But maybe, in time things will get better. For now, a few hours of happiness is better than nothing, and I'm trying to find ways to make the most of where my life is now, and accept it, if not be truly happy with it. I plan to spend tomorrow with my parents, and maybe do some more target practice, as well as spend some time stargazing- they live about 15 or 20 miles outside of town, so the view is beautiful at night. The sky is such a velvety black that you feel like you can see every star in the sky. It's really an amazing thing. Thanks in advance to anyone who has any suggestions for me, and thanks to all of you for listening to me talk about my problems. I know it's a support group, and that's what we do, but I just want you to know I appreciate you. ((Hugs))Sincerely, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 To all of you who have had replacement surgery..... Does the slight numbness at the surgery site ever totally go away? My knees were done last August and when I touch the scars, the slight numbness is still there. I can live with it fine but was wondering if it would eventually disappear completely or is this something that is there forever. (If I remember, I will ask my surgeon this same question at my yearly checkup visit in a couple of months.) Pat in Pennsylvania Bilateral TKR August 2010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 Hi Pat, I believe it is forever. Sorry. After 1 1/2 years, I still have it. All the best, Joan ________________________________ From: Pat Stoeckle <rainbowsendminis@...> Joint Replacement Sent: Wed, June 1, 2011 8:19:48 AM Subject: question for everyone To all of you who have had replacement surgery..... Does the slight numbness at the surgery site ever totally go away? My knees were done last August and when I touch the scars, the slight numbness is still there. I can live with it fine but was wondering if it would eventually disappear completely or is this something that is there forever. (If I remember, I will ask my surgeon this same question at my yearly checkup visit in a couple of months.) Pat in Pennsylvania Bilateral TKR August 2010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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