Now What?

iVillage Member
Registered: 08-30-2006
Now What?
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Thu, 08-31-2006 - 1:10pm
Amazing how sometimes when you are having a hard time motivating yourself, something comes along and kicks you in the butt to do it for you. I was sitting up late last night thinking about having a bit of Ben & Jerry's when my mom calls. My grandma is having open heart surgery, a combination of high blood pressure, diabetes and a crummy diet gave her a heart attack. I think I'll pass on the ice cream, I don't need it that bad, maybe I'll take the dog out instead.
iVillage Member
Registered: 07-18-2006
In reply to: islandbeachbum
Thu, 08-31-2006 - 2:40pm

Nothing like a good wake up call, huh? Sounds like there are some changes coming in your lifestyle. Here's to making good decisions! Good Luck!

Jena
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iVillage Member
Registered: 03-01-2006
In reply to: islandbeachbum
Thu, 08-31-2006 - 7:20pm

Dear IBB,

I'm so sorry to hear about your grandma, and am sending all positive thoughts in that direction. It is amazing, though, what a wakeup call something like that can be, isn't it? And it sounds as though this came when you were already poised to lead a healthier and healthier lifestyle...

Bet the dog enjoyed the outing, too. Stay strong!

Misha

iVillage Member
Registered: 07-31-2006
In reply to: islandbeachbum
Fri, 09-01-2006 - 11:55am

My thoughts are with you while your grandmother recovers from her surgery.

iVillage Member
Registered: 08-30-2006
In reply to: islandbeachbum
Sat, 09-02-2006 - 2:23am
Thanks for the support, I'm still crossing my fingers even now that she's in ICU recovering, she's a really tough lady, and holds the family together no matter how far apart we are. The rest of the family went out to visit her and my grandpa, I'm hoping to be able to make it out there next week if I can get a flight. I'm still managing to resist the ice cream, even if it is late at night and I can't sleep, again.
iVillage Member
Registered: 02-06-2006
In reply to: islandbeachbum
Sun, 09-03-2006 - 8:55am

Sorry to hear about your grandma, I pray she recovers soon.


But the good news is that it drove you to resisting that icecream.. good job!! Welcome to the board and good luck with your journey. Did you decide how you want to lose the weight? Will you follow a specific plan?


Please post often and give us updates.. it's a friendly atmosphere here and there is a bunch of great ladies around. Looking forward to your posts

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