Feeling Sick....

Hey All,

Yeah it has been awhile and I need to get some stuff out of me. Overall it has been a good week so far. I went on my first Ride on Saturday- Flood Run. It was a beautiful ride but very cold. The rain managed to stay away for us though. I went with my Big Brother Peanut and his wife Carrie. It was nice to ride with family.

Sunday was a lazy day- I did not feel very good. I keep getting these headaches and they are not sure what from so I was on pain pills most of the day. And the puking started. For the last 3 days I have been puking every morning. I just don't get it-- it does not matter what I eat either and my stomach (pouch) is hurting me today. So I finally called the doctor- he is giving it 1 more day or I have to come in and get checked out. Lucky me. So I am going to go home and rest tonight and see if this might not be the flu ( keep your fingers crossed).

My Dad has been on bed rest for over 4 weeks now, something wrong with his back again. He is getting to be a really big jerk about everything and the name calling has to stop. I am sure he is stir crazy but there is no need to talk like that to me or Mom. So I have no sympathy left for him, he goes to a new surgeon on Friday again- like cutting into an unhealthy man is going to fix anything. My mom just wants him better-- I said it is time he takes care of himself. That in itself is a fight. Enough on that note- I could go on forever.

I tried to weigh myself again but I think the scale is off because it puts me at 40 pounds down. That is fast! My clothes are starting to hang on me too. I feel so much better though just knowing I am slimming down. I am still not smoking-- a 9 year habit I do not miss. So far so good, I was hoping to walk tonight but I think I should just chill.

My Little Brother Nick called last night, I think he bought a house. He says they are in the final stages of paperwork right now. He seems really nervous about it though. I tried to question him and he does not want to talk about it. He is dating a woman, for about 6 months now and I know he really loves her. However, I am a little leary for a few reasons: I found out she has been married 3 times. She is only 25 years old! 3 times ! Youch. She has twins- Boy and girl that are 6 years old. I know Nick adores them too and that is okay. Also she does not have a good job and is living with her parents. I feel like Nick is falling deep and might be getting into something he is not ready for. Her name is not on this mortgage just my brother. I am thinking with the fast pace they are moving she is just looking for another husband. I have talked to her quite a few times and thinks she is a great person. God I hope I am wrong about some things. I am trying not to worry but now my brother seems to be spending money and going into debt for her. Alright enough worrying for now. They will be up in less than a month for a visit and we will get to meet her and the kids. Hope all goes well with that too.

Honey B greeted me this morning by launching onto my bed and licking my face non stop. As much as I am not a morning person I woke up with a smile. Her tail was wagging so hard she shook the bed, and she is not a big puppy. What a nice way to say good morning huh? She is still the ligh of my life. Although she is chewing carpet again I still love her. I just want to pull all her new adult teeth out !! Lets hope the chewing stops soon. I will have to find a current picture to post of the little girl too.

Okay back to my day.

Blog at you later.

Jen

Hump Day...Spring has Sprung !

Blog Time....

So I got my Motorcycle out of Storage last night and it fired up first try, YES !! The riding season has fallen upon us here in Wisconsin. This weekend is the first big run of the year, the FLOOD run, ride up the Wisconsin side of the river and come back the Minnesota side of the river. It is a beautiful ride any time of year but it is a neat way to see everything coming to bloom in the spring. I cannot wait to start riding this year-- I have so many places I want to go again and it will be fun. Riding is like my inner peace, and when I put my bike away in the winter it is like locking up my sanity. Not good. Sturgis 2006 is already planned but I have so many weekend trips I want to do as well, just me and the open road, face in the wind. There is nothing better than that.

One minor detail, I now have a puppy to deal with. Honey freaked out when I started up my bike, so we are going to have to work on that one. I do not want her afraid of my bike or any other. She will be okay I am sure I do not plan on leaving her home all summer either, we will camp and go for trips in the truck as well. My cousin has offered to puppysit/housesit if needed and I totally trust her as well.

Today I feel better than the day before but so far so good. I could use a nap this afternoon at work. I feel like my brain is not fully engaged and I forgot more than I remember in 3 weeks. Sounds sick and wrong but I am glad to be back to work and my routine. I am surrounded by good people and they keep me going so I need to be back by them.

Did I mention my Mom works at Centurytel with me? Funny story. She has been with this company 35 years this year-- she is 2 years from retirement as she needs the benefits at 55 due to my Mom and Dad both being Diabetic. They need insurance. So she claims to do as little as possible and work less and less until retirement. She is in another department than me, but we see each other on my breaks when we work the same shifts. She is funny- she knows all the oldies around the place and now all my friends and Co-workers too.

Did I also mention how much I love my mom? Well I do, but she does drive me crazy sometimes. I think that is how it is supposed to be though. She means so much to me-- we have had our ups and downs don't get me wrong. I have made plenty of mistakes that she will not let me forget. I can tell her anything ( I know when to stop though). She always seems to surprise me when I think I have no support she is there. With this surgery my family says nothing for over the year long process that it takes to get approved and on a plan. So I wondered if they cared. Well, who was there when I woke up? My momma- kissing me and telling me I was still beautiful. She is so excited to see me lose the weight and constantly comments on it to me. She is now asking questions and being so supportive. I love her so much for that right now. We are getting along so well, probably because my dad is flat on his back again. I just don't want to jinx it so I am just going to stop talking about it. Like I said we have our ups and downs--I am going to take advantage of this "Up".

Nothing else exciting here today- mailed my speeding ticket payment- I hate paying fines. What a waste of money. I was only going 10 over. heehee.

I went for a long walk with Honey B last night- It felt so good. I keep getting these bursts of energy and just cannot stop so our walk turned into like 6 miles. I feel so much better after a walk. Now I am looking for a Treadmill and some weights to work on my arms. Listen to me !! I cannot believe this is the same person. I can tell you it definitely is the same person- just improved. Woo hoo !

Okay enough for now- Blog at you later.

Jen

I'm Back !

Hello Cyber People !!

So I have been away for awhile.... Oops, SORRY.

There has been a huge event in my life.

On March 28th I had Gastric Bypass Surgery...... Yep I did it. So I am 3 weeks post op and each day gets a little better and easier. It is amazing the energy that I keep acquiring each day and I seem to be in better spirits as well. So 25 pounds down already. I had my first appointment yesterday. They said that is really good and to keep it up. For my goal weight I would Like to lose about 150 pounds total. So I am already on my way !!

So I was laid up pretty good the first week, they go in Laproscopic but there were 6 incisions and a drain hole. Not so fun ! The Second week was better, and my Puppy dog Honey B actually was spayed as well. So we both stayed home to lick our wounds. She is now officially healed up as well. It was nice to stay home with her for the 3 weeks as well, I kinda miss her today, as it is my first day back to work as well. It feels good to be back though and getting into my routine again with a few minor adjustments.

So I thought I would post and keep track of my progress as well.

My Aunt had a Rummage Sale on Easter Weekend. I made $121.15 on my clothes- yep I cleaned out my closets already and boy was it worth it.

It definitely did not seem like Easter- my family did not get together, not even my brothers were around. Nick is in Mississippi and did not call, Peanut did something with the girls I guess and Dad is laid up again with Back Trouble. So Mom and I ordered applebees as a treat, I will be eating my pasta for a few days now since I can only take in about 1/2 Cup of food at a time.
So holidays are just not the same for me - maybe next year will be better I keep saying that every year. Oh well maybe when I have my own family or something it will come back. Enough of the whining now.

So there is my first post back- I am smiling and happy and hope this continues. Some busy weekends to come and there will be more blogging to be had as well.

Talk to you soon-- Jen