Wellness

[nomless]

It was fun to read all the new posts since I was here last. But I can't remember much to comment. Will do my best.

Lucy, I have no info about rowing machines. Sorry hives are driving you crazy. I've seen a few of the 600 lb life people get counseling, but not many. And those who did were very resistant to confronting the issue(s) that led to the problem. Just like with the hoarders, it appears very difficult to get to the root of the problem to really solve it.  Sad.

Bopper, I haven'the heard anything about Biggest Loser. Maybe they finally canceled it. That one season that went offor the rails really did the show in. After that, they tried format changes, but they never really worked. I hope some of the people who participated had lasting success. Even Ali Vincent who I thought would maintain her new goal weight failed to do so.

Foxxie, hi to you, too. I can't remember what you wrote....so sorry.

Hi, Laura, I think you said you haven't been feeling well. Hope you're back to 100% soon.

The backlog at work is all cleaned up...until next week when we'll do it again because the library will be closed two days. I'm still enjoying it, but some days it's a big challenge physically. Sometimes I wonder if I'm crazy to think I can do it, but so far, I still want to push through it knowing the low intensity but sustained activity will provide lots of benefits. I'm still hoping I'll be allowed to cut back to 3 days a week once the staffing shortage is addressed. I don't know if they have hired anyone yet. My favorite coworker is one who quit. I miss working with her. The others are OK, but not as much fun as she was.

[Mmsfoxxie]

Good morning all.  That's alright about not remembering what I said @nomles.  I'm the same way.  I like the way you put something about everybody in the same post.  I can refer back to it as I type.

I think that they should cancel Biggest Loser.  It's had so much negative publicity lately.  And most of it is probably true.  Thes contestants are pushed so hard to lose the weight fast that it can't be healthy.

I didn't go out yesterday...just stayed home and nursed this cold.  I haven't had one with this much coughing and runny nose.  So glad I bought that three pack of tissue last week.  I feel ok except for the coughing and a little tiredness.  This is a messed up week.

I need to go out today to wish the receptionist well who is retiring.  But I don't think people will appreciate me bringing my germs there way, lol.  If I go, I'd at least want to do a walk.  My favorite cardio class is today, though.  Darn!!

[Iluvlucy]

Hey everyone...a quick swing-by.  Spent a few hours in the ER yesterday(had to call DH home from work which I hate doing), they finally let me go around 7:15 even though my face was still pretty swollen but the doc said the hives were gone from my throat.  Upped the Prednisone(gave me a larger dose there) and gave me a new epi-pen.  I look horrible...and feel horrible.  Head to toe in hives, swollen, sick to my stomach, and can't sleep. 

Laura..how are you feeling? 

Mmsfoxxie...hope you feel better.

nomless...three days a week is perfect.  I got to do that at a law-firm one time...and they still paid me the same as when I worked five days.

bopper...thank-you, keep them coming.  I'm pretty miserable. 

Sorry to be a downer but it's been a rough couple of days, if I could get a 30-minute break from itching, I'd be a happy camper.  And the Prednisone...ick.  Have a good weekend everyone!

[nomless]

Lucy, myou heart goes out to you for what you're suffering through. I hope it a bates soon. Hugs for you.

I hope you feel better soon, too, Foxxie. Hugs for you, too.

I lost more weight this week. Since starting this job, I've consistently lost 1/2 lb a week without even trying. That's a nice benefit! Shaking my head that I'm getting more results from this low intensity, sustained activity than from the harder workouts I previously did. At some point, I'll add the workouts back in. I know I need them, too.

Hi, Bopper. Have a good day.

[Laura14]

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@Iluvlucy  Hope you are feeling better!  I'm doing better than you but not 100% there yet.  Went and got some more medicine today so hopefully the next three days off, I'll be able to kick this out of my body for good.  It's always going to the doctor and getting a clean bill of health that makes you sick.  Last time I let her touch me.  

@nomless  I'll take that job!  I have library experience!  I think you live close to where I want to end up so I'm ready.  I actually bought myself a study kit to become a pharmacy tech.  I'm doing it.  I can't take my job anymore and it'll be a huge drop in pay but I can't do this anymore.  Time to find something new and I have always loved biology and science.  Congrats on the weight loss!

@Mmsfoxxie  You put me to shame and I think I work out fairly regularly.  You go girl!!   Sugar does me in every time too which is why I try not to touch it anymore.  Kick that cold! 

@bopper  Stay warm!!  I was laughing on my way to work this morning.  It was 36 degrees this morning here in Georgia and here I am with my Irish sweater on and no coat because it honestly doesn't feel like 36.  We've been close to 60-70 during the day so the air is not that cold.  A woman walking her dog is literally jumping up and down in a hat, scarf, puffer coat, sweatpants, etc to keep warm.  You would think she was walking the streets of Chicago.  There is not even a cold wind.  She wouldn't last one state up.

  HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

[nomless]

@Laura14, how cool that you're thinking of changing your career. If you can afford to do it, go for it! I, too, was trapped in a job I didn't like because I needed the salary, so I know how stressful it is to be in that situation. If you can make a change to something you'd be happier doing, you should do so. Lots of good wishes to you as you explore a new path!

[Laura14]

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@nomless wrote:

@Laura14, how cool that you're thinking of changing your career. If you can afford to do it, go for it! I, too, was trapped in a job I didn't like because I needed the salary, so I know how stressful it is to be in that situation. If you can make a change to something you'd be happier doing, you should do so. Lots of good wishes to you as you explore a new path!

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@nomless  At this point it's not about the money.  It's about the fact that at any moment, I'm going to tell someone to go you know what themselves because these new owners are flat out idiots so I really think it's time for me to move on...

[Iluvlucy]

Oh dear Lord I'm going to have a break-down and I'm not lying.  Nothing is working...I haven't slept much in 3 days and not sure how much longer I can go on like this.  Just being real here, if you can't read anything negative, please pass on by. 

I have been out of bed since 2:30...covered in hives, burning, itching, almost threw-up and passed out...EPI pen on counter ready to go. 

DH got up with me because he was worried and didn't know what to do...I finally made him go back to bed since I'm a little better.  Thought we were going to ER again but here's the deal, there really isn't anthing they can do for me so why waste both our time...I can administer the Epi pen as well as they can plus my throat wasn't as bad as yesterday, just the rest of me. 

I'm taking 60 mgs of Prednisone, Benedrly, Desloratadine, and Zantac.  And I'm still covered in hives, face is very swollen, joints hurt, and I'm nauseous.  Not even sure the meds are working or if one or more of them aren't making it worse. 

So....that's my report in a nutshell...lol!  Can't see us doing much this weekend...you tend to stay home when you look like the Elephant Woman and feel even worse. 

Have a wonderful New Year's Eve everyone!  I was hoping 2017 would start out better for us than 2016 did...oh well!

[bopper]

Good Morning and Happy New Years Eve everyone!

We have no plans here, and I most likely won't even make it to midnight.  I don't think I have in the past several years but I will watch on TV.

Iluvlucy i am so so sorry you are going through this terrible time and there seems to be nothing anyone can do to  help you that your not already doing.  I'd probaby be in an institution by this time with my anxiety issues!  Praying for you that 2017 is better, it has to be right?    Please keep us posted we all care and will pray!

Nomless I agree don't work in a job you don't enjoy.  I know so many people who are in jobs they hate and it's really stressful and then you bring all that stress home and that's not good either.

Still pitch black here.  My laptop is now gone.  My BIL is trying to fix it so I'm trying to use my ( tiny) phone or this clunker desk top which is so slow so I think I"m just keeping this short today.

To each and every one of you Have a Wonderful New Years Eve and everyone have a Happy and Healthy New Year!~   We are blessed!

[nomless]

That'sounds a great photo, Bopper. I hope your laptop is fixed easily and soon

Lucy, my heart goes out to you for what you're suffering through. I wish I could suggest something you haven't thought of, but alas, of course, I can't. It sounds like the meds aren't helping, so I guess I'd be tempted to go back to see if there is something else that could provide relief. I'm so sorry. Prayers and virtual hugs for you. 

Laura, keep us posted on how things are going. Maybe you can find a different job for the time being that you can do as a stop gap. Be brave as you chart a new course. Hugs, girlfriend.

I have no plans for today or tonight. I wish everyone a happy 2017. For those dealijg with stuff (aren'the we all?), starting a new year provides a fresh start and hope that things will get better.