Living on a Dime in 2009 - Page 15

Edwards20 · 10-07-2009, 03:56 AM

Hanging in here !! Was so busy earlier this week I didn't even get time to come here. Been working on our beach fund and I "think" we're all set to go ! Yipeee !! We didn't get a summer vacation so I think this will be really nice. I get to take Friday off (already have comp time from last week) and our college fall holidays are Mon & Tue for faculty & staff. Of course, this is we are talking about. SO ... I won't consider it a done deal until we are sitting in the sand !

Weight is holding it's own. I just have to be good at the beach. The reunion is the 24th. I don't want to spend a week working off a gain. I'd rather lose something new ! Of course, I know a few pounds is to be expected from the traveling itself.

Better run, coffee is ready and I need to clean off the camera disk.

monet0329 · 10-07-2009, 01:23 PM

glad it all panning out for ya..

Edwards20 · 10-13-2009, 04:08 AM

I am sorry I've been out of touch for so long. I probably will be absent for a little longer ... at least until my health gets back in sync.

I almost drowned during our mini vacation. I had to be rescued. I am bruised and sore from waves and getting kicked in the leg by one of the rescuers. My arms have pulled muscles from getting pulled on. I also ingested a large amount of salt water. Thankfully none of it got into my lungs.

Due to the traveling, and the ingestion of water I was up 20lbs ... that is a lot of fluid and I have to carefully get it off ... yet I am dehydrated from the salt water. My leg is pretty bruised and my right side has the most pain. I might have possibly cracked a rib, but nothing they can do about that.

I have managed to get 7lbs of the fluid off, but it will be a slow process. Since Atkins is a natural diurectic, I have to be very careful in wht I eat until my electrolytes get back to normal.

I am just joyful to be ALIVE and here typing in my journal.

Livywilltim-mom · 10-14-2009, 07:50 AM

Oh my goodness! I am so glad you are alive!!! Thank God!

You will get better, but soreness like that takes a while. I pray you will heal quickly and fully.

Aww honey, I am so sorry that happened to you! What happened? Post about it if you can, if it's not to emotional for you.

Love you!

monet0329 · 10-14-2009, 08:02 AM

wow..

Low Carb Mommy · 10-15-2009, 09:54 AM

OMG Candy!!!!

That was so scaring to read!!!!!

I am glad you are OK. Thank the Lord!!! Take care of yourself.

I bet you about died when you saw the scales! 20 pounds...GOOD NIGHT! I think you can retain water more than anyone I have ever met!

Check in soon! Miss you!

Edwards20 · 10-16-2009, 04:10 AM

Well, day by day I am still struggling with the shower and the rain ... it is just something about the water running across my face ! I know it will get better with time.

I've gotten rid of most of the fluid and no longer taste the salt water. I am now only 5lbs up from pre-Florida weight. I can live with that .... heck, I suppose now I can live with anything. My experience has certainly changed my perspective about a lot of things. I still have a few sore spots and bruises, but they are getting better.

All I know is that if this EVER happens again (chances are not likely since I don't care to go near the water anytime soon) ... I want to look GOOD in my bathing suit when I get rescued. I don't want to be distracted by the humiliation of everyone staring at me in my bathing suit as I get dragged in .... OK, I am trying to look at this situation with a little lightheartedness

.

We have a busy weekend (starting tonight) at the college. It is homecoming weekend. There is an alumni dinner we are hosting tonight at 6PM, then an annual meeting, a comedy show and a pep rally on the front lawn that doesn't start til 9PM. In the morning I have to be there at 9:30 for a family day event at the college, then off to the football field by 12:30 for the homecoming game .... hopefully we'll be done and cleaned up in time for me to come home and chill with the family and watch the Tech game.

twinkerbell · 10-16-2009, 09:18 PM

Candy! I'm glad you are ok!

monet0329 · 10-19-2009, 07:29 AM

Good morning Candy girl.. hope your weekend was agood one..

Edwards20 · 10-20-2009, 03:12 AM

Weight is back down to 230. Hanging in here and on plan, but I still have a long way to go.

monet0329 · 10-20-2009, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edwards20

Weight is back down to 230. Hanging in here and on plan, but I still have a long way to go.

Low Carb Mommy · 10-20-2009, 07:06 AM

Great job Candy! KUTGW!!!!!

Livywilltim-mom · 10-21-2009, 07:50 AM

Wahoooooooo

Congrats on getting back to 230

monet0329 · 10-21-2009, 07:55 AM

Good morning Candy girl!

Edwards20 · 10-22-2009, 03:29 AM

Please don't think I've given up. Just struggling a tiny bit with the shower/water issue. Work has been really busy since we got back and we've had many activities at Church as well. I am still on plan and hope to be back to posting soon. DH's high school reunion festivities are this weekend.

monet0329 · 10-22-2009, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edwards20

Please don't think I've given up. Just struggling a tiny bit with the shower/water issue. Work has been really busy since we got back and we've had many activities at Church as well. I am still on plan and hope to be back to posting soon. DH's high school reunion festivities are this weekend.

You have a great weekend Candy..

..

Livywilltim-mom · 10-23-2009, 07:06 AM

Happy Fat Burnin' Friday

Edwards20 · 10-29-2009, 03:42 AM

I wish I had time to come post here everyday ... I truly hope to have some time soon.

Work has turned into more hours than I was originally told. It is all good, as I am earning some great comp time. I have been given some extra responsibilities, so I work the Theatre events and Chorus and Chorale Events for the college. It seems there has been one or the other several times a week. These are evening and weekend events and are in addition to the Football Games !

DD's cheer season should have already been winding down, but there are several makeup games since we had the flooding. I don't understand the need to continue to practice 3 times a week.

The list goes on .... DH's work locale and hours have changed so we are all messed up. He gets up at 3AM and drives an hour each way to work now. NO complaining as we are blessed he still has a job.

However, the lack of sleep (since I wake up when he does and can't seem to go back to sleep) is really getting to me. I usually go to bed even earlier than ever.

We get home from whatever event we have going on and then crash. I just need a FREE day or weekend ... my house is a wreck!

I've not been strictly on plan every meal for dinner, as I just can't do it with this crazy schedule. I do well with breakfast and I take my lunch. However, I have been holding the same. I am trying to be very careful. I can survive with not losing right now, but I do NOT want a gain. I am just trying to make the best choice I can at each meal and totally avoid sugar. I tried to avoid starch whenever possible.

I am still here and apologize for not posting more often.

monet0329 · 10-29-2009, 01:10 PM

Hope it calms down for you soon,

Edwards20 · 11-03-2009, 03:55 AM

Still hanging in here with little time to spare. I am still praying for light at the end of tunnel. Next year, we won't be so busy as we will reconsider things before we commit to them.

I am still struggling with some sinus issues since the beach incident. I am not sure what to make of it, but they haven't been "right" since I ingested all the saltwater. Now everytime I take a shower or even just wash my hair they close up and then start draining down my throat. My eyes get all puffy too. I have to benadryl every morning and by lunch time it is better. It is really beginning to get annoying.

I am not doing so hot on keeping carbs low enough to lose, but I am keeping them low enough to maintain so hopefully I can get back in gear soon. I miss you all and I am sorry to have let you down.

monet0329 · 11-03-2009, 09:17 AM

benadryl .. puts me to sleep.. big time.. hope it gets better..

Livywilltim-mom · 11-05-2009, 06:53 AM

You could NEVER let us down. We love you and are here to support and encourage

Livywilltim-mom · 11-17-2009, 06:31 AM

Terrific Tuesday Sweet Candy

monet0329 · 11-17-2009, 08:00 AM

.. I know YOU'RE ok... from fb.. prayers for Ms Hannah..

10-07-2009, 03:56 AM	#421
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 7,079 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/225 (old stats) 264/228/220 (2nd goal) WOE: LC Start Date: 1/2/07-Restart 7/7/09	Hanging in here !! Was so busy earlier this week I didn't even get time to come here. Been working on our beach fund and I "think" we're all set to go ! Yipeee !! We didn't get a summer vacation so I think this will be really nice. I get to take Friday off (already have comp time from last week) and our college fall holidays are Mon & Tue for faculty & staff. Of course, this is we are talking about. SO ... I won't consider it a done deal until we are sitting in the sand ! Weight is holding it's own. I just have to be good at the beach. The reunion is the 24th. I don't want to spend a week working off a gain. I'd rather lose something new ! Of course, I know a few pounds is to be expected from the traveling itself. Better run, coffee is ready and I need to clean off the camera disk. __________________ *If you fail to plan, you plan to fail ... Been there, done that, and got the t-shirt !* My Journal

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10-07-2009, 01:23 PM	#422
monet0329 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ~Indiana ~ Posts: 11,286 Gallery: monet0329 Stats: ?/ ?/ 200.. for now.. WOE: Low carb...because it works! Start Date: Febuary 27,06.. restart 07/13/09	glad it all panning out for ya..

10-13-2009, 04:08 AM	#423
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 7,079 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/225 (old stats) 264/228/220 (2nd goal) WOE: LC Start Date: 1/2/07-Restart 7/7/09	I am sorry I've been out of touch for so long. I probably will be absent for a little longer ... at least until my health gets back in sync. I almost drowned during our mini vacation. I had to be rescued. I am bruised and sore from waves and getting kicked in the leg by one of the rescuers. My arms have pulled muscles from getting pulled on. I also ingested a large amount of salt water. Thankfully none of it got into my lungs. Due to the traveling, and the ingestion of water I was up 20lbs ... that is a lot of fluid and I have to carefully get it off ... yet I am dehydrated from the salt water. My leg is pretty bruised and my right side has the most pain. I might have possibly cracked a rib, but nothing they can do about that. I have managed to get 7lbs of the fluid off, but it will be a slow process. Since Atkins is a natural diurectic, I have to be very careful in wht I eat until my electrolytes get back to normal. I am just joyful to be ALIVE and here typing in my journal.

10-14-2009, 07:50 AM	#424
Livywilltim-mom Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 7,604 Gallery: Livywilltim-mom Stats: 200/189/110 WOE: Protein and Water Start Date: Every day!	Oh my goodness! I am so glad you are alive!!! Thank God! You will get better, but soreness like that takes a while. I pray you will heal quickly and fully. Aww honey, I am so sorry that happened to you! What happened? Post about it if you can, if it's not to emotional for you. Love you!

10-14-2009, 08:02 AM	#425
monet0329 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ~Indiana ~ Posts: 11,286 Gallery: monet0329 Stats: ?/ ?/ 200.. for now.. WOE: Low carb...because it works! Start Date: Febuary 27,06.. restart 07/13/09	wow..

10-15-2009, 09:54 AM	#426
Low Carb Mommy Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 4,357 Gallery: Low Carb Mommy Stats: 175/116/110 WOE: Atkins-OWL/Maintenance Start Date: September 2006	OMG Candy!!!! That was so scaring to read!!!!! I am glad you are OK. Thank the Lord!!! Take care of yourself. I bet you about died when you saw the scales! 20 pounds...GOOD NIGHT! I think you can retain water more than anyone I have ever met! Check in soon! Miss you!

10-16-2009, 04:10 AM	#427
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 7,079 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/225 (old stats) 264/228/220 (2nd goal) WOE: LC Start Date: 1/2/07-Restart 7/7/09	Well, day by day I am still struggling with the shower and the rain ... it is just something about the water running across my face ! I know it will get better with time. I've gotten rid of most of the fluid and no longer taste the salt water. I am now only 5lbs up from pre-Florida weight. I can live with that .... heck, I suppose now I can live with anything. My experience has certainly changed my perspective about a lot of things. I still have a few sore spots and bruises, but they are getting better. All I know is that if this EVER happens again (chances are not likely since I don't care to go near the water anytime soon) ... I want to look GOOD in my bathing suit when I get rescued. I don't want to be distracted by the humiliation of everyone staring at me in my bathing suit as I get dragged in .... OK, I am trying to look at this situation with a little lightheartedness . We have a busy weekend (starting tonight) at the college. It is homecoming weekend. There is an alumni dinner we are hosting tonight at 6PM, then an annual meeting, a comedy show and a pep rally on the front lawn that doesn't start til 9PM. In the morning I have to be there at 9:30 for a family day event at the college, then off to the football field by 12:30 for the homecoming game .... hopefully we'll be done and cleaned up in time for me to come home and chill with the family and watch the Tech game.

10-16-2009, 09:18 PM	#428
twinkerbell MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 1,296 Blog Entries: 2 Gallery: twinkerbell	Candy! I'm glad you are ok!

10-19-2009, 07:29 AM	#429
monet0329 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ~Indiana ~ Posts: 11,286 Gallery: monet0329 Stats: ?/ ?/ 200.. for now.. WOE: Low carb...because it works! Start Date: Febuary 27,06.. restart 07/13/09	Good morning Candy girl.. hope your weekend was agood one..

10-20-2009, 03:12 AM	#430
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 7,079 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/225 (old stats) 264/228/220 (2nd goal) WOE: LC Start Date: 1/2/07-Restart 7/7/09	Weight is back down to 230. Hanging in here and on plan, but I still have a long way to go.

10-20-2009, 07:06 AM	#432
Low Carb Mommy Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 4,357 Gallery: Low Carb Mommy Stats: 175/116/110 WOE: Atkins-OWL/Maintenance Start Date: September 2006	Great job Candy! KUTGW!!!!!

10-21-2009, 07:50 AM	#433
Livywilltim-mom Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 7,604 Gallery: Livywilltim-mom Stats: 200/189/110 WOE: Protein and Water Start Date: Every day!	Wahoooooooo Congrats on getting back to 230

10-21-2009, 07:55 AM	#434
monet0329 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ~Indiana ~ Posts: 11,286 Gallery: monet0329 Stats: ?/ ?/ 200.. for now.. WOE: Low carb...because it works! Start Date: Febuary 27,06.. restart 07/13/09	Good morning Candy girl!

10-22-2009, 03:29 AM	#435
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 7,079 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/225 (old stats) 264/228/220 (2nd goal) WOE: LC Start Date: 1/2/07-Restart 7/7/09	Please don't think I've given up. Just struggling a tiny bit with the shower/water issue. Work has been really busy since we got back and we've had many activities at Church as well. I am still on plan and hope to be back to posting soon. DH's high school reunion festivities are this weekend.

10-23-2009, 07:06 AM	#437
Livywilltim-mom Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 7,604 Gallery: Livywilltim-mom Stats: 200/189/110 WOE: Protein and Water Start Date: Every day!	Happy Fat Burnin' Friday

10-29-2009, 03:42 AM	#438
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 7,079 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/225 (old stats) 264/228/220 (2nd goal) WOE: LC Start Date: 1/2/07-Restart 7/7/09	I wish I had time to come post here everyday ... I truly hope to have some time soon. Work has turned into more hours than I was originally told. It is all good, as I am earning some great comp time. I have been given some extra responsibilities, so I work the Theatre events and Chorus and Chorale Events for the college. It seems there has been one or the other several times a week. These are evening and weekend events and are in addition to the Football Games ! DD's cheer season should have already been winding down, but there are several makeup games since we had the flooding. I don't understand the need to continue to practice 3 times a week. The list goes on .... DH's work locale and hours have changed so we are all messed up. He gets up at 3AM and drives an hour each way to work now. NO complaining as we are blessed he still has a job. However, the lack of sleep (since I wake up when he does and can't seem to go back to sleep) is really getting to me. I usually go to bed even earlier than ever. We get home from whatever event we have going on and then crash. I just need a FREE day or weekend ... my house is a wreck! I've not been strictly on plan every meal for dinner, as I just can't do it with this crazy schedule. I do well with breakfast and I take my lunch. However, I have been holding the same. I am trying to be very careful. I can survive with not losing right now, but I do NOT want a gain. I am just trying to make the best choice I can at each meal and totally avoid sugar. I tried to avoid starch whenever possible. I am still here and apologize for not posting more often.

10-29-2009, 01:10 PM	#439
monet0329 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ~Indiana ~ Posts: 11,286 Gallery: monet0329 Stats: ?/ ?/ 200.. for now.. WOE: Low carb...because it works! Start Date: Febuary 27,06.. restart 07/13/09	Hope it calms down for you soon,

11-03-2009, 03:55 AM	#440
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 7,079 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/225 (old stats) 264/228/220 (2nd goal) WOE: LC Start Date: 1/2/07-Restart 7/7/09	Still hanging in here with little time to spare. I am still praying for light at the end of tunnel. Next year, we won't be so busy as we will reconsider things before we commit to them. I am still struggling with some sinus issues since the beach incident. I am not sure what to make of it, but they haven't been "right" since I ingested all the saltwater. Now everytime I take a shower or even just wash my hair they close up and then start draining down my throat. My eyes get all puffy too. I have to benadryl every morning and by lunch time it is better. It is really beginning to get annoying. I am not doing so hot on keeping carbs low enough to lose, but I am keeping them low enough to maintain so hopefully I can get back in gear soon. I miss you all and I am sorry to have let you down.

11-03-2009, 09:17 AM	#441
monet0329 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ~Indiana ~ Posts: 11,286 Gallery: monet0329 Stats: ?/ ?/ 200.. for now.. WOE: Low carb...because it works! Start Date: Febuary 27,06.. restart 07/13/09	benadryl .. puts me to sleep.. big time.. hope it gets better..

11-05-2009, 06:53 AM	#442
Livywilltim-mom Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 7,604 Gallery: Livywilltim-mom Stats: 200/189/110 WOE: Protein and Water Start Date: Every day!	You could NEVER let us down. We love you and are here to support and encourage

11-17-2009, 06:31 AM	#443
Livywilltim-mom Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 7,604 Gallery: Livywilltim-mom Stats: 200/189/110 WOE: Protein and Water Start Date: Every day!	Terrific Tuesday Sweet Candy

11-17-2009, 08:00 AM	#444
monet0329 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ~Indiana ~ Posts: 11,286 Gallery: monet0329 Stats: ?/ ?/ 200.. for now.. WOE: Low carb...because it works! Start Date: Febuary 27,06.. restart 07/13/09	.. I know YOU'RE ok... from fb.. prayers for Ms Hannah..