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Friday, February 24, 2012

Hello Sparkfriends, I have been some what busy, as we have had another death in Gary's family this time. I don't have much to say and am struggling hard to not turn to food as has been my history. Keeping busy seems to help.
Our weather has been cold and windy and we even had some snow yesterday, funny it was 68 on Wednesday and snowed Thursday and today the high was only 40....tomorrow is suppose to be warm and in the 60's...go figure.

Leah is having a rough time too, the wind seems to make her very anxious. If any one has any idea what to do about this please let me know. She doesn't want to stay inside and she gets really hyper, digging at things, tearing things up, things she never has done in the past...seems like she is having anxiety attacks or panic attacks. This has been rough to deal with as she has always been the perfect dog, she now 10 years old and has not health issues, she got a clean bill of health last Nov. from the vet....he said we could give her medications for this but the side affects are not good...I'm worried about her. She has been my best friend for 10 years, and I want her to have a happy life.

this is our beautiful girl

  
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MTNGRL 2/25/2012 1:55PM

    Kitt, condolences and hugs to you and Gary. Very sorry to hear this.

I am sure you searched the web for help with Leah's anxiety. Could you play a nature cd with the sound of a wind storm real low while giving her lots of love or her favorite chew toy or treat.? Then maybe turn it up every so slowly.

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WARMSPRINGDAY 2/25/2012 12:40PM

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For you and for Leah!

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1CRAZYDOG 2/25/2012 9:39AM

  So sorry for your loss and the difficulties you're having!

I totally agree with the suggestion of trying to get some exercise in for Leah. If she's afraid of the wind and it's windy out, do you have a place in your home where you could play fetch or something like that?

I have a soft frisbee that my Spot loves to play with. It soothes him. He's 10 as well (will be 11 in April on April Fools Day).

He also has these unstuffed critters to play with (a fox and a raccoon) . . . has no stuffing, so he can chew to his hearts content. AND they have squeakers, which he loves to play with.

Last idea . . . does Leah have a Nylabone or something like it to chew on? Seems like with my Spot when he's stressed, chewing helps him calm down.

Oh, and sometimes I will just sit with him for 10 minutes or so . . . not playing or talking. Just letting him sit by me. That seems to help him calm down too.

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BARBARAROSE54 2/25/2012 8:26AM

    Very sorry for your loss.

Wish I could help you with your problem about Leah.

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-POOKIE- 2/25/2012 1:57AM

    Im very sorry x

I dont know much about dogs Im afraid, there is a cat team on SP, maybe there is a dog one who could help you?

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NASFKAB 2/25/2012 1:35AM

  Sorry for your loss stay well

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ERIECANALGAL 2/25/2012 12:32AM

    Sorry for your loss. I hope your dog gets over the anxiety and will be all right.
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SOCKITTOME 2/24/2012 10:49PM

    Condolences and hugs to you and Gary, Kitt.

As for Leah...not sure what to do about the problem with the wind. Not a good thing since we have so much of it here in Colorado. Perhaps leave some soothing classical music running where she can hear it when you're not home? Perhaps some mild doggie tranquilizers or anti-anxiety meds? I would definitely keep her indoors during the wind, even if she's rambunctious. Maybe she needs a companion, like another pooch or a kitty? At her age she might not take well to having another critter around, but it's an idea to ponder.

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KATHYJO56 2/24/2012 9:03PM

    Kitt, I am so sorry for Gary and for you. My prayers are with your family. I'm proud of you for not turning to food.

As for Leah, I wish I knew how to help. I will keep your beloved girl in my prayers too. I know hhow precious she is to you. emoticon

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RAINBOWMF 2/24/2012 9:01PM

    So sorry Kitt, hugs to you and Gary.

Leah? Don't know what to tell you, other then when I have left my pet alone, I leave the TV on for them, it just makes noise so the house is not so quiet in your absence.
How long has she been doing this? Maybe she feels your anxiety? I can't really give you a good answer because I need to know more info.

Anytime a good behaved dog acts up, there is a reason.

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CRYSTLE4HIMTX10 2/24/2012 8:32PM

    So sorry for ya'lls loss. emoticon

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YAFENELRA 2/24/2012 8:03PM

    So sorry for things going so badly for you. Keep strong and don't let the stress and all turn you to food. It will only cause further stress.

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TMW54812 2/24/2012 7:59PM

    I am very sorry for your troubles. One thing that seems to help us humans and dogs deal with a host of difficulties is exercise. Hopefully you and Leah can log some extra time with cardio. emoticon

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NANFACEMIRE1 2/24/2012 7:44PM

    I have wondered where you have been. Missed seeing you here. So sorry to her of the death in your family. Don't have any ideas for Leah either. Are these attacks she is having just with the wind blowing because you said that seems to make her anxious. Maybe you could have her in an "inside" room in the house.

As far as turning to food, I know you know all of the things to do to not do that. Get busy doing something to take your mind off of it, take a walk, SPARK, call a friend on the phone and pass some of the time. I hope you will be feeling better soon.

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LAINIESNEWLIFE 2/24/2012 7:33PM

    Sorry about the death in Gary's family. I wish I could help you with Leah, but I'm not sure what would calm. I hope she is better soon. Take care and have a great weekend!!

Hugs,

Laini
e

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MCCALI59 2/24/2012 7:28PM

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LITTLE_QUEEN 2/24/2012 7:16PM

    So sorry for your husband and the death in his family, and oh poor leah,
We have missed you

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This is the day

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

It's a busy day...It's George Washingtons Birthday.....
and it is also Ash Wednesday, and the begining of lent....
I do my own thing for lent, I do some of the old things we did when I was growing up. for me today is a fast day, I'll have my usual breakfast, a light lunch and dinner, mostly fruits and veggetables, no meat for me today. I also am going to try and have 3 meatless days a week for the next 6 weeks. won't be easy because I love my meat, mostly chicken....and as usual I will exercie most days.

A strange thing happened to me this morning, this was suppose to be my rest day, but for some reson I could not stay in bed and told myself I would just do something else but something took over my brain and I got in my exercise clothes and rode my exercise bike for 60 minutes then did some weight lifeting and then stretches.....not sure why, it just seemed like th thing to do.....most times I look forward to my rest day.....oh well maybe I'm starting to like exercise.....could it be....
maybe tomorrow I'll rest....lol

have a healthy day....


  
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WARMSPRINGDAY 2/25/2012 12:42PM

    I've never really done anything for Lent. Maybe it's a practice I should start. I've been thinking about doing 21 days sugar free to kick these sweets cravings in the butt, but haven't been mentally ready to commit. I guess Lent would have been a good time to do it

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NASFKAB 2/23/2012 1:40AM

  gtrat job

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ERIECANALGAL 2/22/2012 10:13PM

    emoticonGood for you Kitt! Keep up the good work. I like it when you said,"maybe I'm starting to like exercise."
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RAINBOWMF 2/22/2012 5:55PM

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Hugs Mary

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LOLAJO54 2/22/2012 4:34PM

    lol your body just said get up get moving
rest tomorrow

I am giving up anything chocolate for 6 weeks ... so I am with you...

go Kitt go!
You can do it..

Try tofu--- Mary is eating it now instead of meat..

hugs Jo

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SAISHA100CJ 2/22/2012 2:51PM

    WooHoo on the extra workout! You can always rest tomorrow. Have a great evening, Kitt.

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ALPHASENIOR 2/22/2012 2:49PM

    I got my ashes. No meat today. 107 years ago today, my mother was born.

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YAFENELRA 2/22/2012 2:17PM

    You did good, Kitt. Have a great 'rest' of the day.

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CRYSTLE4HIMTX10 2/22/2012 1:21PM

    Awesome on the extra workout. Sometimes I like to workout on my day off so I can pick a different day to take off or just to get the extra day. emoticon

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LAINIESNEWLIFE 2/22/2012 1:20PM

    Way to Go, Kitt!! Have a great day!!

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SHANTODD420 2/22/2012 12:51PM

    Wahoo have a great day kitt. Congrats on the extra exercise and enjoy lent.

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KATHYJO56 2/22/2012 12:45PM

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BARBARAROSE54 2/22/2012 11:05AM

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SPARTAN40 2/22/2012 10:54AM

    When it comes to being motivated to so something positive like exercise or cleaning, I just go with it. Rarely do I end up regretting the decision.

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BUFFYSMOM2 2/22/2012 10:35AM

    You are certainly on the right track today, Sparkie! emoticon

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SOCKITTOME 2/22/2012 9:40AM

    Nothing wrong with shifting the rest day around -- keep your body on its toes! Blessed Ash Wednesday to you, Kitt.


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Sunday

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Have a healthy week, plan on it.
I made a pot of bean soup for the week for lunch, a nice hot cup of soup seems to calm me down, it can be relaxing too. Cut up my veggies too, I have added some celery to my cukes, red peppers and cherry tomatoes, it taking some getting use to, celery doesn't have much flavor but sure does have a crunch....
Take care and think healthy food thoughts...lol...





GOD BLESS AMERICA.......

  
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TRACYZABELLE 2/22/2012 5:46AM

    I love bean soup!

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SOCKITTOME 2/21/2012 9:15AM

    Happy holiday to you as well, Kitt! Hope you have a fabulous week and that the taste of celery grows on you. You're right -- it's wonderfully crunchy!


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NASFKAB 2/20/2012 4:17AM

  Great job

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RAINBOWMF 2/19/2012 9:10PM

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CRYSTLE4HIMTX10 2/19/2012 8:25PM

    Celery and I have a weird relationship. I can't just bite a stalk of celery but I like it cooked or raw if it is in tiny bites like in salads and such. emoticon

Hope you have a super week.

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LOLAJO54 2/19/2012 6:40PM

    LOL Kitt did you know Mary and I grew up on a celery farm .. ugh hated it --- weeding planting transplanting cleaning crating.. the smell of fresh harvested celery ...
Now I eat celery ... and so miss the farm...
strange...

anyway enjoy that celery! it is grown in muck --really rich soil...


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SHANTODD420 2/19/2012 5:26PM

    Sounds like you are ready for a healthy and happy week. Kitt

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BELLALUCIA 2/19/2012 4:37PM

    Rock on!

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LAINIESNEWLIFE 2/19/2012 3:53PM

    Sounds yummy! Hope you have a great week as well, Kitt.

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YAFENELRA 2/19/2012 3:42PM

    Good for you!! And I love your patriotism!!

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ANGELRED4KIDS 2/19/2012 2:50PM

    Celery doesn't have much flavor but it's great with healthy dips! I love it with my homemade salsa.

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WARMSPRINGDAY 2/19/2012 2:20PM

    Chile is my soup for the week.

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CAROL- 2/19/2012 1:31PM

    Sounds yummy! I just made two pots of taco soup for the week.

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KATHYJO56 2/19/2012 1:26PM

    I love the crunch that celery gives. Try a little Laughing Cow (comes in all kinds of flavors) or a little Fat Free Philly on it if you don't care for the plain taste. Planning the week ahead of time, sure helps me too. emoticon

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EMGERBER 2/19/2012 12:37PM

    Planning to be successful will make you be successful, great planning!

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Have a Healthy Week End

Friday, February 17, 2012

Thanks for the help with the new news letters, I'm still hunting them up.
I do not have a spot to click for the tip of the day, I can read it but no points for it at least not yet.

As most know I always speak my mind and today I want to say I am not embracing the way sparkpeople seems to be getting closer and closer to facebook, in my opinion face book can be trouble if your not very careful, and I don't like that each time I update my spark page they ask me if I want e-mails sent to a e-mail address that I don't use for sparkpeople and each time I go ro face book I have to sign in and a lot of other stuff, why must this all get so complicated....if I want to share my life and my journey on facebook than I'll go post it, not have them do it for me...when I read article why must it go to my face book page, that page is already a mess from people most I don't know sending messages to I guess people I do know....wow what the heck does this all mean....I'm wanting to make my own discussions on who i share with and I resent SPARKPEOPLE for doing for me.....Yes I know this is a free program and it appears we have to jump through there hoops if we want to use the program......they encourage us to get points but there is now a lot of baggage that goes along with those points....

well have a healthy day and do what is best for you....


  
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-POOKIE- 2/19/2012 2:42AM

    You too!

Im sorry you are having issues wioth stuff, sometimes I think these "changes for the better" are anything but that.

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SOCKITTOME 2/18/2012 11:30AM

    I disconnected my Spark/FB connection. True we get a point for posting status to Facebook (presumably to help drum up more business for Spark), but I've decided my privacy is more important than the points here. The points are nice, but collecting them is not what we're really trying to do. So, when I update my status it is posted here only (not on FB as well). I don't get the point and I don't care. I still get points logging in and spinning the wheel, and for whatever emails still come out, and that's fine. And actually, I don't really care about the points. It's the lifestyle changes that matter the most.

If the FB postings bother you, disconnect your accounts and keep the Spark stuff here. If you're becoming addicted to the points, perhaps start working on that so you can let go and remain focused on what really matters -- your lifestyle changes and your maintenance plan.

Hang in there, Kitt! You are doing great and we love ya!


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NASFKAB 2/18/2012 2:04AM

  Unhappy with the way its going on

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LOLAJO54 2/17/2012 10:05PM

    I must agree ---boy the points system was to make us feel good and get knowledge at the same time by reading the articles .. now not so much...

Kitt maybe you need to just shut off the feed to facebook ...

hope you had a good Friday

woohoo it is the weekend

hugs Jo

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LAINIESNEWLIFE 2/17/2012 2:29PM

    Kitt, there should be a place in the edit field where you can click on not having whatever you do on Spark post to Facebook. I know that I was able to opt out of having my blogs posting on Spark and I'm sure you can do that with your status update.

Hope you have a great weekend!!

Hugs,

Laini
e

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KATHYJO56 2/17/2012 1:41PM

    Kitt, Sometimes it scares me how much we think alike. I do not like Facebook and like you, I would like more of a voice on what is posted on Facebook. I feel like I have to watch everything I post on Sparks now. I know it is all about Spark People making money so they can leave the site free, but I just don't like this new way of doing things. I also don't like the new way the newsletters are. Oh well, I will accept this if this is what it takes to keep me going. emoticon

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BUFFYSMOM2 2/17/2012 11:19AM

    Hang in there,change is tough. You're doin' it, Sparkie! emoticon

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e-mails

Thursday, February 16, 2012

I know the made some change to the news letters and e-mail . So we only get 4 a day now. Where do I find the cartoons and the other things they were adding....any help would be appreciated.

have a healthy day, be good to your self.....


Kitt

  
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WARMSPRINGDAY 2/18/2012 8:33AM

    I haven't gotten my daily spark emails for months. Can't figure out why.

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SHERRY528 2/17/2012 5:57PM

    Hi Kitt:-)
Sorry I can't put a "clickable" link in here---but here's the addy for the funnies---just copy and paste:
http://www.sparkpeople.co
m/mypage_public_journal_individ
ual.asp?blog_id=4730340
Or, they're in the Wellness section of your "Healthy Lifestyle's Tab" above.
Love ya,
Sherry

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SHERRY528 2/17/2012 5:53PM

    Hi Kitt:-)
(added more to comment that "was" here in box above...

Comment edited on: 2/17/2012 5:58:52 PM

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SIMPLYABUNDANT 2/17/2012 9:17AM

    I totally sympathize, Kitt! I think they've rolled a lot of the emails into a single "Best of Spark People Daily." You get one email and have to click on each individual feature to then be taken to the website, much like the weekly "Best of Spark People" email, which I'm not sure is still around. If you ask me, SP has just gone link crazy lately, which might be one of the reasons it's so slow to load on my computer. I really miss getting the single email "Healthy Reflections" each morning and being able to read it in my inbox without having to click on something to take me to another place to find it! Oh well, I think we're stuck with the "improvements." Here's hoping we can find some cartoons, 'cause I haven't found those anywhere!

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NASFKAB 2/17/2012 12:31AM

  N clue to whats happenning

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RAINBOWMF 2/16/2012 9:59PM

    Still having bugs , I think

I got 2 yesterday and 6 today emoticon

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SOCKITTOME 2/16/2012 8:37PM

    Hope SparkPeople doesn't start turning into Facebook (roll out changes that don't work properly and that most people don't even want anyway).


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LOLAJO54 2/16/2012 7:42PM

    think they still have bugs to workout..

can't leave a link here but think you must have seen it.... still do not see it all

hugs Jo

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RUTHIEBEAR 2/16/2012 5:54PM

    I am confused also.

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SHANTODD420 2/16/2012 1:21PM

    I have not seen anything just the blog on here before they made the changes. I will have to do some investigating to see if I can find them.



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LAINIESNEWLIFE 2/16/2012 1:04PM

    Sorry, Kitt, I don't know. I don't think I ever got any cartoons before.

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KATHYJO56 2/16/2012 12:26PM

    Kitt, I can't find those things either. I don't know exactly what they did. emoticon

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