Moving On......After the Flap
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liefie....all teasing aside (from the other thread) I hear you.....but remember....he's a doc, himself, so maybe if he's not worried????
Yes, I do make the "kruppers" as we call them, every now and then. Total comfort food for me, but nothing the least bit healthy about them. They do help "hold me down" in a strong wind though.....H..E..A..V....Y in your tummy, they are!!!!!!! The best things about them, is after they are made....you slice them in half, and fry them in marg. Some real diehards cover them in a milk gravy that has more of the onion/salt pork in it....likely about 4 zillion carbs and calories....but hey, winter is long in Sweden!!!
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As long as you keep the 'kruppers' for a treat now and then it is totally fine. My mouth waters just thinking of them! One has to live too, right? And it is boring to always be so good - such goodness is not normal or balanced IMO. Lol.
I have a little voice telling me that DH will keep stuff away from me not to upset me, so will grill him thoroughly as soon as he sets foot in the door. Not much we can do about it now - hopefully we have adequate medical insurance for the trip - lol.0 -
well, yes.....they do tend to do that "don't want to worry you" thing, I agree. Hope all turns out well.....gotta go make meatloaf for supper tonight...Friday is "comfort food" night around here!!!! (mmm.....meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, carrots and spinach...bye for now!).
oh....I'll send the krupper recipe to you!0 -
Thanks for sharing the recipe, and enjoy the cooking. That should keep you out of mischief! I should stop yakking now, and get a start on dinner too.0 -
looking for updates:
liefie....any more info from hubby about the pain?
movie....what up, buttercup, about that open spot?
jeannie....can you see me now???? How's the eye???
bailey....best of luck to thing 1 this weekend at his scholarship try.0 -
Nihahi, DH thinks he did pass a small stone last night. If he does not get the pain again, then that is probably what happened. If it comes back - well, that will be. . . ummmm. . . .upsetting, to say the least. So it's wait and see. He will be with all his colleagues for the weekend attending a course at the hospital, so will discuss with them and see what they think.
Movie, I made that soup. It is delicious, and there is enough left for me for tomorrow. Broke my own rule of no bread, and had 2 slices of wholewheat toast with cheese - heavenly.0 -
Good grief, what an afternoon. My 1:15 appointment at one ophthalmologist turned into a drive into Seattle, wind rain and dilated eyes and all, to see a retinal specialist. My optic nerve is inflamed. They don't really know why this happens. There is no treatment but for some reason I had to get bloodwork done, never a good thing for me, and I have to see a neuro-ophthalmologist on Tuesday morning at 8 smacking 15 in the morning all the way in downtown Seattle. I'll have to leave at 6:30....hypertension was mentioned as one of the possible causes. It's so hard to get an accurate bp on my leg that I really could be hypertensive for all I know. I'm certainly under a lot of stress. DH got home and told me his boss, a mystery to all who work for her, is not happy with him and wrote him up. He could be out of work in 30 days. This came out of the blue, no warning. I finally got home and my brother called to say my dad fell---again----and is so confused it appears he may have had another stroke. He refuses to move from their house into senior living which is just so unfair to my mom and scary, too. It has to be done somehow. If this is "moving on," I'm not too happy about it....I feel so vulnerable.0 -
Awwww, Jeannie, what the heck! Why does everything happen at the same time? So sorry to hear about the eye problem, and that you have to go for more drs visits . . . About DH - I'm speechless, and hope that can be sorted out. As for your dad, maybe you should just put your foot down. They become like children again, and the roles do reverse. Your mom deserves better. My siblings and I had to do that when my dad's Alzheimers became so bad that my mom could not care for him anymore. She was so relieved that we made the decision for her. Best wishes to you, and big hugs. You must be reeling tonight . . . will pray for you.0 -
Oh jeannie....what the ****. I'm so sorry for the way today has turned out. Wish I was closer, I'd be your driver for you. Sorry too about hubby's work situation and your Dad. I just know I don't have the answers or the right words, but you are in my prayers. Stay with us.....this is the place to "let it out"....you are much loved.0 -
just an fyi......I'll be reading posts tomorrow, but won't be able to respond, as I can no longer post from my phone.0 -
Jeannie, I'm so sorry, dear one. You're sure getting blasted right now. You and your hubster will be in our prayers. Be sure to let us know tomorrow how your appointment turned out!0 -
Hugs to you, Jeannie, dear one. Not fair at all.
you are in my prayers.Nihahi - Thing 1 is sitting at the desk in the hotel room recopying his application. He says THANK YOU for the best wishes!
He is excited and nervous. We are hitting the hay here soon. I hope I can sleep.....I hope he can sleep. He seems pretty relaxed right now. He will likely get keyed up in the morning. I have everyone I know praying for this kid tomorrow. I gave him my "lucky charms" to put in his wallet lol!
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We'll be praying for him too, Bailey! He's on the list right under Jeannie and her peeps!0 -
Thanks, Sbel, you're the best
ok....I think I will see if there are any zzzzzz' s to be found here in Mount Pleasant ......0 -
Bailey, your boy is on my list too, and I wish him the best! My DS just took off from Calgary on the first leg of his journey to S.A. He is so excited to see his fiancee, but unfortunately had a cold these last two weeks which then turned into bronchitis for which he is now taking antibiotics. Told him not to touch her for a few days - lol - don't want the bride to get sick now, do we? If he will heed the advice remains to be seen . . .
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cheerie... I got a Fitbit pedometer in September and quickly turned into a walking addict. I was averaging 18000 steps a day before this stage 2 surgery. Did 8000 today going back to work. I'm not sure how much walking I should be doing after lipo to thighs, so I'm waiting until Wednesday dr. Appt to get the ho ahead from them.
I just got back from Orcas Island and it was beautiful. We rented a house there that was amazing.
Michigan seems to come up a lot. Just wanted to add that I was born in Lansing while my dad was going to Michigan State.0 -
Jeannie - Crap. I've been catching up over the last few days and you sure are being put through the ringer. I agree that 'Moving On' should feel a lot happier than this. I was mulling over a few inspiration messages for you, but they all seem kind of trite. Sometimes life is just hard. However - I'm going to yoga this morning and I'll do my very best to harness all the calm and positive energy in the room, and send it your way. I hope that your dad, and the rest of your family are ok.0 -
jbloom, be sure to post pics of your glass. Looks like a fun class. My dean does fused glass necklaces. I'm an old fashioned stained glass girl and gave her all my leftover broken glass pieces.
Jeannie, hugs for everything you are going through. Stay strong! Love the "thief of joy" quote. I especially struggle with comparisons. I need to go into a fortune cookie business with all the quotes I've collected from you brilliant ladies!
Janet, here's a happy (or not) thought for you. My red chicken just started laying and I think of you every time I see one! I have a strange urge to draw a face on it. :-)0 -
Oh Jeannie, I am so sorry for these bumps (mountains) in the road. Unfair!! Thinking of you. (((Hugs))) This is the place to vent. Prayers.
Mammalou- 18,000 steps- I walked with friends today and have 8600 steps. I thought that was great. LOL
How many steps, about, are there in a mile? How do you like your Fit Bit?
Bailey and Kat- went to the Grand Rapids downtown market. Very cool, but very expensive. Had some wine and cheese of course.0 -
Bluebird - I love your happy thought! Thank-you!0 -
Cherrie I haven't been yet, sadly, but hope to next week. Looks awesome. My sister is in love with it.
Mammalou, no wonder I like you so much!:) GO GREEN! They are ahead by 13 in the third.
So. We.spent the day at CMU for the scholarship competition. WOW. This is for entry into their honors program and for 130 full tuition and 20 full ride scholarships. Thing 1 could not possibly have done more in his high school career, his application, the creative project or the two essays to earn his spot. He is one impressive young man. All day today I kept thanking God that I was here to go through this process with him. That my cancer treatment put me in NED and that it came two years ago and not right now when he needs to be thinking of his future. It was a very good day. Thank you all for your prayers and positive vibes. He has done all he could. Now we wait. We will know before Christmas, though!
I am EXHAUSTED! DH is taking me to dinner
Later, peeps!0 -
first oyster roast of the season. Came home covered in oyster liquid and wood smoke. Shower for us, wash for clothes. Yum!0 -
Tthanks, everybody. We kept busy today and are coping with the shock of it all. I'm sure your prayers and good vibes are helping. It is overwhelming thinking of maybe having to put our house up for sale. We've lived here for 17 years. The purging has begun.
Bailey, what a wonderful opportunity for your son! I hope he gets one of the scholarships. I'm so glad you're in a place of health so you can be 100% there for him and your family.0 -
cherrie.... I love my fitbit. I think 10000 steps is about 4 miles. My fitbit just kept spurring me on to get higher and higher numbers. I'm taking a little break cause of the lipo to my thighs. I'm a little worried about swelling.
Bluebird.... I got very red and blistery with rads. My RO gave me these silicone sheets that I kept in the fridge. They literally sucked the red out of my skin and provided a lot of relief. I can't remember exactly what they were called, but I'll see if I can find the name.
Jeannie... Thinking good thoughts for you. I hope it all works out.0 -
I forgot to report that I did 9005 steps yesterday. My goal is 7500 this coming week.0 -
cccccccold morning here today. Windchill (in Fahrenheit, JUST for you sbe....is minus 6). After yesterday's commute from H*LL, I don't plan on setting foot outside the house. But the sun is shining...so.....you just never know! I did have to spend the entire day inside!!!!!
cherrie....I sure hope you are giving yourself HUGE credit....sounds like you have really committed to being more active, AND have accomplished it....in a very short time...keep it up, kiddo....good things come from it!!!!!
jeannie....you sound a bit more....."focussed on the future" after the latest plot twist. It's not always the same for everyone, I know, but I found the whole "purging" thing to be such a positive, "move forward", liberating thing. We went from a 4 bedroom plus full basement, garage and large lot, to a 2 bedroom condo. My daughter had just turned 5 when we moved into that house, so truly, it was the house we raised the kids and the dog in. Purging the house and it's contents, really helped to refocus the move and change in lifestyle to be one that was all about what was best for hubby and I.....It has been nothing but positive!!!!! It wasn't just a "we want to" type of move either....Had we not needed to do it for future financial reasons, we might not have done it. I hope that whatever happens for you.....reveals it's silver lining to you....it'll be there, sometimes it pretty hard to find "in the moment" though. ((((((X)))))).
There are some really interesting books written on the topic of how "hanging on to things of the past", not just "emotions, but physical objects", can make the struggle to "move on" much harder, even if they represent "happier times", those times are in the past, and clinging to them, can be a barrier to finding the happy times waiting for us in the future.
Yesterday was EXHAUSTING.....starting with the drive from hell, in the middle of full whiteout conditions, an intensive day, then a drive home in only slightly better conditions. I'm gonna stop typing, because I realize I probably rambled out a bunch of babble in this message, and lord knows what else might "pop out".....have good days ladies....I'm having another coffee in my pj's!!!!
however.....movie....where the "hmmm" did you go???? I can't find any updates from you since you were heading out the door to the PS?????0 -
that's a lot of steps ladies! I'm going to have to start wearing my nike fuelband again.
I have a question for those that are ahead of me. Has your scar on your abdomen fade away? How long did it take? Mine is still so dark. I got it reopen in August, but I thought it would have started fading away already and it hasn't:(. My breasts scars are still pink, but much lighter than my abdomen one.
I bought the turkey and ham today for thanksgiving, but no pies. I'm going to try really hard to not gain any weight during the holidays this year, so wish me luck!0 -
Me too, Kuka,...I'm having celery for Thanksgiving!
I love stuffing. I could live on stuffing. I love bread. I miss bread
Sigh. But it's not for forever....just for now. My stage two is a month from Tuesday. Saw PS briefly on Friday (to do a quick physical to make insurance co. and hospital happy so they won't cancel surgery!). Really want to lose 10 more lbs. Down about 8 already! Yippee!
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My scar is dark too and it was revised in May. My doc said give it a year and it will start fading more and more. My breast scars are quite light, but slightly raised and a brownish hue. I kept sunscreen on all summer and was not in the sun.
Maggie- Happy for your outcome. Wish I had cleavage, but am still thrilled with the result. I don't wear low cut tops anyways.
I did not walk today and have3600 steps today. My goal was to average 7000 steps average. I hit an average of 6553. ( two low days) that's ok, I am happy with what I have done and am not one to exercise 7 days a week.0 -
Lots of bad weather here and near (Midwest) today.....everybody ok? The worst of it missed us, personally. Was thinking of jbloom.....I think you are Illinois or Indiana. Hope all is well.
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