from the girls getaway to Disney and Universal.
Boy was it hot.....but it was lots of fun. Aviva had a blast with my friend's daughter. They were the same age but did not really know each other. But they would walk around the parks holding hands and loved doing rides together.
It was nice for me to have a friend to talk to and understand what I was going through.
It was very hot...but everyone was sweating too. The Universal parks had misters so it was great to stand under them and cool off. The girls loved getting wet on some of the rides.
Hard to believe we go back to Disney (just Disney this trip) in a little over 5 weeks and staying at Animal Kingdom Villas. Aviva does not know we have a Savannah view so we will see animals out our balcony.
Cannot wait for that trip.
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
TWO days early.....
are you wondering what it could be?
Well, my goal before the surgery was to lose 70 lbs by my 3 month surgiversary. I was not sure that was going to happen because the scale was playing tricks on my the past few days.
But low and behold, this morning I am PROUD to say that I am now down 70 lbs or as I like to say 280 sticks of butter.
It is still hard to believe how my life has change. I am happy and so much healthier.
Though the past few days have been a bit rough. I have been having a few low blood sugars. Yesterday morning woke up in a sweat and my sugar was 59. Last night before Aviva was out of the shower my sugar was 53. I ran out of Glucose Tablets so my terrific DH ran out and got my a huge bottle of them. And again this morning was 59. But then later on in the day today it got to 195 so go figure.
Otherwise those incidents I feel great.
Well, my goal before the surgery was to lose 70 lbs by my 3 month surgiversary. I was not sure that was going to happen because the scale was playing tricks on my the past few days.
But low and behold, this morning I am PROUD to say that I am now down 70 lbs or as I like to say 280 sticks of butter.
It is still hard to believe how my life has change. I am happy and so much healthier.
Though the past few days have been a bit rough. I have been having a few low blood sugars. Yesterday morning woke up in a sweat and my sugar was 59. Last night before Aviva was out of the shower my sugar was 53. I ran out of Glucose Tablets so my terrific DH ran out and got my a huge bottle of them. And again this morning was 59. But then later on in the day today it got to 195 so go figure.
Otherwise those incidents I feel great.
Friday, June 13, 2008
It has been awhile.....
Well....Aviva is loving camp...she was a little scared Sunday night but when I picked her up Monday she was very happy and telling me about her great day.
Wednesday they went bowling, yesterday they went swimming and she passed her swimming test. She even jumped off the high diving board. And today they are going to Plaster Castle.
She has 3 trips next week and one day they are having McDonalds for lunch.
In 11 days we are going on our Girls Getaway to Disney and Universal/Islands of Adventure. We are so excited. We are flying even though it is is close, it works out cheaper.
And I am now down 68 lbs and not even 3 months out yet (that will be on the 20th). I am feeling great.
Wednesday they went bowling, yesterday they went swimming and she passed her swimming test. She even jumped off the high diving board. And today they are going to Plaster Castle.
She has 3 trips next week and one day they are having McDonalds for lunch.
In 11 days we are going on our Girls Getaway to Disney and Universal/Islands of Adventure. We are so excited. We are flying even though it is is close, it works out cheaper.
And I am now down 68 lbs and not even 3 months out yet (that will be on the 20th). I am feeling great.
Thursday, June 05, 2008
The LAST day of school......
First day of school
The morning of the last day of school
And they are off...this is dismissal on the last day!
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
UPDATE from my visit to the surgeon....
It went really well. They are very happy with my progress...Not even 11 weeks out and down 63 lbs and dropped my BMI by 11 points. All my vitamin levels were good...the B ones were a little high so they want to watch that. Go for more blood work in one month. My A1C dropped even more to 6.5...which is great considering where it started.
I get to add veggies to my diet...eating is hard enough but I am trying. I ate 2 meals a day and drink 2 protein shakes a day as well. I average about 750 calories which they say is fine.
I do the Wii Fit 5 to 6 times a week, walk 3 times a week and play tennis 1 to 3 times a week. Who would believe that!!
I feel great and so much healthier which is what is so important. Just wanted to share my good news.
I get to add veggies to my diet...eating is hard enough but I am trying. I ate 2 meals a day and drink 2 protein shakes a day as well. I average about 750 calories which they say is fine.
I do the Wii Fit 5 to 6 times a week, walk 3 times a week and play tennis 1 to 3 times a week. Who would believe that!!
I feel great and so much healthier which is what is so important. Just wanted to share my good news.
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Wii FIT....
We got it today and already played for almost 2 hours...Aviva and I took turns.
Some of the things are not as easy as they look. And you can get a decent workout.
I, yes ME...actually ran in place and completed my turn of running. And did pretty good for the first time.
They time you and can unlock extra activities the more points and the more time you use it.
So glad we got it.
We even got Spider on it!
Some of the things are not as easy as they look. And you can get a decent workout.
I, yes ME...actually ran in place and completed my turn of running. And did pretty good for the first time.
They time you and can unlock extra activities the more points and the more time you use it.
So glad we got it.
We even got Spider on it!
Monday, May 26, 2008
SAD and DISGUSTING.....
Something needs to be done about this teacher...guess she never heard of FAPE (fair and appropriate education) for all students with disabilities. He has rights no matter his disability.
I really hope the parents do something...at let this teacher be an example.
I really hope the parents do something...at let this teacher be an example.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
PAIN, PAIN Please go away....
Well...it has been a long few days of being in pain.
I went to the ER Sunday evening...all of a sudden I started experiencing pain in my lower right abdomen. It just came on all of a sudden. I did not want to go but Spider said we are going.
But being my abdomen I wanted to go to the hospital where I had my surgery....so off we went.
I felt absolutely miserable....finally took me in gave me an IV, drew blood and waited for some pain meds....the pain was 9 on a scale of 10. Finally they gave me morphine (ugh) followed up by zofran.
I started to feel a bit better...then off to CAT scan. My white blood count was elevated (14.8) but told him that was normal for me. SO they got the results of the scan and it looks like I have a large ovarian cyst on my right ovary. Never had one and do not wish for another.
So they gave me a script for liquid lortab and went home.
Yesterday went to the OB/GYN and she examined me but could not feel anything...so going back tomorrow for an U/S and then to discuss the results with her. But in the meanwhile, I am suffering. And just want to be back to normal.
This pain is so much worse then the pain from my surgery, if you can believe that.
I went to the ER Sunday evening...all of a sudden I started experiencing pain in my lower right abdomen. It just came on all of a sudden. I did not want to go but Spider said we are going.
But being my abdomen I wanted to go to the hospital where I had my surgery....so off we went.
I felt absolutely miserable....finally took me in gave me an IV, drew blood and waited for some pain meds....the pain was 9 on a scale of 10. Finally they gave me morphine (ugh) followed up by zofran.
I started to feel a bit better...then off to CAT scan. My white blood count was elevated (14.8) but told him that was normal for me. SO they got the results of the scan and it looks like I have a large ovarian cyst on my right ovary. Never had one and do not wish for another.
So they gave me a script for liquid lortab and went home.
Yesterday went to the OB/GYN and she examined me but could not feel anything...so going back tomorrow for an U/S and then to discuss the results with her. But in the meanwhile, I am suffering. And just want to be back to normal.
This pain is so much worse then the pain from my surgery, if you can believe that.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Multi-Cultural Day at Aviva's school....
Yesterday at Aviva's school was Multicultural Day...they do a whole day to celebrate all different cultures and it ends with a parade celebrating the different countries.
The kids loved it..they cheered when they saw their classmates.
The kids loved it..they cheered when they saw their classmates.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
8 weeks ago today....
my LIFE changed forever and I mean for the better.
I had my surgery 8 weeks ago and again the best thing that has ever happened. I am off almost all my meds, my blood work is very good and best of all NO MORE back pain.
I feel the best I have ever had in years...it amazes me each day the energy I have, how I can do so much more then ever and I WANT to exercise.
I am now down, as of this morning 53 1/2 lbs or I like to say 214 sticks of butter.
My life is so good right now and it is only getting better.
Anyone thinking of the surgery, do your research thoroughly and find a Bariatric Center of Excellence.
I recommend it but again it may not be for everyone.
I had my surgery 8 weeks ago and again the best thing that has ever happened. I am off almost all my meds, my blood work is very good and best of all NO MORE back pain.
I feel the best I have ever had in years...it amazes me each day the energy I have, how I can do so much more then ever and I WANT to exercise.
I am now down, as of this morning 53 1/2 lbs or I like to say 214 sticks of butter.
My life is so good right now and it is only getting better.
Anyone thinking of the surgery, do your research thoroughly and find a Bariatric Center of Excellence.
I recommend it but again it may not be for everyone.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
AMERICA's Next Top Model....
This is one of my guilty pleasures and tonights episode was the finale. And I was so happy.
WHITNEY (from Florida) WON!!
Why am I so happy...first time a full figured model won...she looks like the everyday woman. Nice to see that.
She is really pretty and takes beautiful pictures.
WHITNEY (from Florida) WON!!
Why am I so happy...first time a full figured model won...she looks like the everyday woman. Nice to see that.
She is really pretty and takes beautiful pictures.
I LOVE Spider dearly......
he decided at 10:30 pm last night he wanted to clean the house...I was asleep. He likes to clean...not sure why.
So this morning I was looking for a bag I had on my side of the bed...it had some magazines in it and my tickets for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom (we are going in Oct). Guess what..no where to be found. I am searching and getting upset.
Called Spider at work...he threw the bag away...I could not believe it. I do appreciate his cleaning but wish he would not touch my things. Was just a bit upset.
So thankfully wrote down my confirmation code and was able to call Disney Ticket Services...and the gentleman I spoke to laughed and said do not worry I was not the first person this happened too.The end result is when I go in August I can go up to a guest services window with my confirmation # and picture ID and they will give me new tickets.
So no dumpster diving for Spider.
So this morning I was looking for a bag I had on my side of the bed...it had some magazines in it and my tickets for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom (we are going in Oct). Guess what..no where to be found. I am searching and getting upset.
Called Spider at work...he threw the bag away...I could not believe it. I do appreciate his cleaning but wish he would not touch my things. Was just a bit upset.
So thankfully wrote down my confirmation code and was able to call Disney Ticket Services...and the gentleman I spoke to laughed and said do not worry I was not the first person this happened too.The end result is when I go in August I can go up to a guest services window with my confirmation # and picture ID and they will give me new tickets.
So no dumpster diving for Spider.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
I have been tagged...All About Me MeMe..,
What was I doing 10 years ago: I was living in Cancun, Mexico with Spider who was playing with his Reggae Band at Cat's Reggae Bar. We were planning on moving back to the states in July.
"To Do" list today:
1. Drink my water
2. Clean out my closet
3. Laundry
4. Get my protein in
5. Walk
Things I would do if I were a billionaire:
1. Pay off all bills and live debt free
2. Open a school for inclusion for all students
3. Lots of travel...all over the world
3 Bad Habits:
1. Over think things
2. Worry to much
3. Procrastinate
5 places I have lived:
1.Plantation, FL
2. Sunrise, FL
3. Cancun, Mexico
4. Mexico City, Mexico
5. Syosset, NY
5 jobs that I have had:
1. Speech Therapist for students with autism
2. Group home instructor for developmentally disabled adults
3. Instructor at a sheltered workshop
4. Group home instructor for emotionally handicapped girls
5. Teacher assistant for students with autism
"To Do" list today:
1. Drink my water
2. Clean out my closet
3. Laundry
4. Get my protein in
5. Walk
Things I would do if I were a billionaire:
1. Pay off all bills and live debt free
2. Open a school for inclusion for all students
3. Lots of travel...all over the world
3 Bad Habits:
1. Over think things
2. Worry to much
3. Procrastinate
5 places I have lived:
1.Plantation, FL
2. Sunrise, FL
3. Cancun, Mexico
4. Mexico City, Mexico
5. Syosset, NY
5 jobs that I have had:
1. Speech Therapist for students with autism
2. Group home instructor for developmentally disabled adults
3. Instructor at a sheltered workshop
4. Group home instructor for emotionally handicapped girls
5. Teacher assistant for students with autism
WE are the proud owners.....
of 3 plane tickets to Jamaica....did not want to wait much longer...we are going Dec 14th to Dec 22nd (SIL wedding is the 20th). Found the tickets the cheapest because Spirit had a discount promotion.
We are flying in to Montego Bay on the 14th...going to an all inclusive till the 18th ( for 4 nights) Here is where we are staying: Sunset Jamaica Grande. Then renting a car driving to Kingston and staying in a hotel there for 4 nights. Could have stayed with his brother but they have no A/C and was not up to the 3 of us sharing a bed. Aviva needs her own bed. Hoping we can get to go to the Blue Mountains and Spider wants to visit some friends..and maybe he can show Aviva things he did as a child and where he did them.
We fly home from Kingston.
We are flying in to Montego Bay on the 14th...going to an all inclusive till the 18th ( for 4 nights) Here is where we are staying: Sunset Jamaica Grande. Then renting a car driving to Kingston and staying in a hotel there for 4 nights. Could have stayed with his brother but they have no A/C and was not up to the 3 of us sharing a bed. Aviva needs her own bed. Hoping we can get to go to the Blue Mountains and Spider wants to visit some friends..and maybe he can show Aviva things he did as a child and where he did them.
We fly home from Kingston.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY 2008
Spider had to work but yesterday he came home with a beautiful bouquet of flowers. My dad and his wife sent me the other bouquet. I was woken up by Aviva this morning giving me the card and the handmade card and gift she made me....she was very proud. Spider got me a giftcard to Barnes and Noble (Aviva told him to get me a diamond ring). Then he left me an envelope because he felt bad no breakfast in bed and no spa, so left me some money to go shopping for myself. It was a nice day. Aviva and I spent time together and we went to the pool for a little while was about 90 degrees today.
I am just so happy to have Aviva in my life...what an amazing daughter she is, especially everything she went through at such a young age. I am very proud to be her MOM!!!!!!
I am just so happy to have Aviva in my life...what an amazing daughter she is, especially everything she went through at such a young age. I am very proud to be her MOM!!!!!!
Thursday, May 08, 2008
GOOD news from my doctor visit today.....
I went to my regular doctor today for blood work results. My surgery was 7 weeks ago today and down almost 50 lbs.
Well, all good news...
My A1C for the diabetes went from a very high 10.1 to 7.1.
My cholesterols are all good...the good one is a little low so he said try to exercise more..but is happy I am playing tennis 3 to 4 times a week. And would like me to add weights into my work out to start building muscle as I lose fat.
Iron, B-12 were good...Vitamin D was low but the calcium levels were fine so not worried.
One of the liver tests was slightly high but came down from the last test.
He is very happy with everything and my blood pressure is 120/70. NORMAL!! Who would have believed it.
All in all he is very happy with my progress.
Well, all good news...
My A1C for the diabetes went from a very high 10.1 to 7.1.
My cholesterols are all good...the good one is a little low so he said try to exercise more..but is happy I am playing tennis 3 to 4 times a week. And would like me to add weights into my work out to start building muscle as I lose fat.
Iron, B-12 were good...Vitamin D was low but the calcium levels were fine so not worried.
One of the liver tests was slightly high but came down from the last test.
He is very happy with everything and my blood pressure is 120/70. NORMAL!! Who would have believed it.
All in all he is very happy with my progress.
Wednesday, May 07, 2008
It feels good....
that when I go to Aviva's school I hear such nice compliments about her.
She is loved by everyone and seems everyone knows her :-)! It makes me very proud.
Her teacher told me how wonderful she is doing and every morning Aviva goes and gives her a big hug. We lucked out this year with such a wonderful and caring teacher.
It is teacher appreciation week so Aviva and I went and got a beautiful bouquet of flowers to show her home she is appreciated.
Hard to believe the school year is almost finished.
She is loved by everyone and seems everyone knows her :-)! It makes me very proud.
Her teacher told me how wonderful she is doing and every morning Aviva goes and gives her a big hug. We lucked out this year with such a wonderful and caring teacher.
It is teacher appreciation week so Aviva and I went and got a beautiful bouquet of flowers to show her home she is appreciated.
Hard to believe the school year is almost finished.
Thursday, May 01, 2008
Today is YOM HOSHOAH......
That is Holocaust Remembrance Day...My grandparents survived Auschwitz and were in a displaced persons camp after the war.
Here is some info:
http://tinyurl.com/76zxh
http://tinyurl.com/5bqzxk
Here is some info:
http://tinyurl.com/76zxh
http://tinyurl.com/5bqzxk
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Aviva was honored today.....
during morning TV announcements along with 2 other girls from her class as well as the other grades for being the top point achievers in Accelerated Reader for the third quarter. They all were announced and got a certificate and some other coupons for free things in the community like free miniature golf and free meals. We are very proud of her.
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