Physio!

Friday, January 07, 2011

Well my physio was this afternoon and I spent 30 minutes walking there, 30 minutes waiting for them to call me because they were running late, 30 minute having them work on my shoulder doing some heat and ice treatments, exercises and ultra sound on it. It turns out that I have a lot of scare tissue where my injuries is and that is the reason for me to be in so much pain.

I was also told not to wear a bra or any type of top with thin straps on it because the straps are digging into my shoulder where the damages in. I am also told to move my shoulders is small movements. No lifting at all, no heavy workouts or housework.

Before I left to walk back home the armed me with literature and exercises to do for the next 4 to 6 weeks because they know I won't be coming back at $40.00 a session. My claim will not be reopened. They are saying this is a new injury, so a new report goes it.

So now that I have all the stuff needed I will do my own physio at home 3 to 5 times a week. I can get my brother and BF to help me as I do them. Making sure my form is correct and I have someone there supporting me.

So walking home took me about 40 minutes. I had to stop and do some window shopping and stop to get a coffee at Tim's. I was good though I didn't buy a donut, just the coffee.

Home to make a salad with baked ham, fresh mushrooms, low fat cottage cheese and water. Man o man was that ever good and filling.

That was over 3 hours ago and I am still full and this is normally the time that I have a 100 calorie snack cause I am hungry. Well not tonight.

I will just have my last glass of water before I go and have a hot bubble bath and then to bed.

I even manage to do 2 hours of hand sewing my mom's sweater and that didn't even hurt my shoulder at all.

I still have the sleeves to set in and sew and finish the collar, then I can give it to my mom. Who by the way keeps asking me when she's going to get it and why isn't it finished yet. I just laugh and remind her of my shoulder and that I am working on it as much as I can.

So I will leave you all tonight and a good note. I got a new prescription again for sleeping pills, actually the doctor gave a couple pack of samples to try. Saving me some money. I will take them after my bath. LOL!

Can't wait to get in at least 7 or 8 or even more hours of sleep. Last night I got in 3 short hours. Still having bad dreams due to stress and being in pain.

Have a wonderful night my friends.

Hopefully soon I can share some more pictures.

  

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MOMMA_BEAR_69 1/8/2011 2:35PM

Glad that your physio went well and they are understanding, WAY TO GO on getting some much needed sleep but sure am sorry the phone woke you. Praying that your shoulder will soon be feeling better and is starting to heal. Report Inappropriate Comment

KNITTABLES 1/7/2011 6:06PM

Thanks everyone, I managed to get in 6.5 hours of undisturbed sleep before the phone rang and couldn't get back to sleep. Shoulder is not to painful today since I know now how to move it the proper way without being in pain 24/7. Report Inappropriate Comment

JHADZHIA 1/7/2011 5:40PM

Glad your physio went well. Good for you making sure you follow your exercises and have correct form with your brother and bf helping! Hope you get a good sleep! Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRY666 1/7/2011 3:22PM

You sure did a lot of walking............ glad you can now do your physio at home....... making it much cheaper...... how great that your doctor gave you some samples..... that really helps...... hope you got some sleep........ All in all things seem to be getting better for you......... just keep hanging in there Sandra... Report Inappropriate Comment

LALASLAND 1/7/2011 3:12PM

I wish they'd have reopened your claim, but that would have been too easy, huh? I hope you'll get the support you need during this because it's really important! Report Inappropriate Comment

BOVEY63 1/7/2011 1:19PM

Hope the exercises start to ease the pain real soon. The salad sounded yummy! Sleep well my friend! Report Inappropriate Comment

KRICKET4 1/7/2011 11:21AM

Figuring it was your brother's boots you tripped over, he should feel guilty enough to help you with your shoulder exercises :) Hope you have a speedy recovery. Report Inappropriate Comment

PAMROPER 1/7/2011 11:17AM

Sounds like you're on your way. Love your positive attitude! Report Inappropriate Comment

NATPLUMMER 1/7/2011 9:36AM

I'm glad they gave you everything you need to do your physio at home. Great job with all the walking!! Good job with coffee only and no donut ! That ham salad does sound tasty!! I hope the sleeping pill works. You need some solid sleep. Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSKIT 1/7/2011 8:53AM

Glad they armed you with the exercises that you need. Hope your shoulder gets to feeling better. Hope that you got the sleep that you needed Report Inappropriate Comment

CJANSEN40 1/7/2011 8:30AM

hope you had a good nights sleep. and glad that the PT understands that you can't come back. Hope that your brother helps with the housework, as hisleaving things all over is what caused the problem! Report Inappropriate Comment

LYNNANN43 1/7/2011 7:43AM

I hope you had a peaceful night's rest. The steroids I started yesterday have me bouncing off the walls! Have some wonderful physio sessions! Report Inappropriate Comment

GOANNA2 1/7/2011 5:37AM

Glad you have all the exercises. Physio is expensive isn't t? You had a great work and you should be proud of yourself for not having the donut. I hope you don't riush the recovery and try not to stress too much. Just look after yourself and I am glad you have your BF and John to support you. Have a good sleep. Report Inappropriate Comment

CHRISTURTLE 1/7/2011 2:11AM

Well, considering the days you've been having, this one doesn't sound too bad at all! Saved yourself the stress of finding the money for ongoing physio and got some free sleeping pills as well! Love that you weren't tempted to have that donut, or that if you were you didn't give in to it. Keep taking care of yourself, and hopefully you will be finding each day a little less painful than the one before it. Report Inappropriate Comment

LIBBYFITZ 1/7/2011 1:32AM

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DEE107 1/7/2011 12:25AM

Hugs on your shoulder and hope you have a good night sleep Report Inappropriate Comment

USFBULL 1/7/2011 12:08AM

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BUBBABREN1 1/7/2011 12:07AM

Sounds like you had a good day..... now to get that shoulder better! Report Inappropriate Comment

Wednesday's blog!

Thursday, January 06, 2011

Just wanted to wish all my sparker a great night and a fabulous day tomorrow. I am doing OK. I managed to get in 2 hours of knitting. Working on the lab coat for a Sockmonkey. I got in my cardio walk and did over 15,000 steps which is awesome.

Tomorrow is my physio appt. for my arm. I will be back late afternoon and will tell you all about it.

I just took two painkiller and I am now going to bed to hopefully get some sleep.

Last night I got in 3 hours of disturbing dreams and night mares and I didn't even take a sleeping or pain pill. Go figure


I guess the added stress and pain is adding to these bad dreams.

Lets hope that I have sweet happy dreams tonight or I might never go to sleep again. These dreams were so horrific that I won't even tell you about it.

Well another negative blog and I wish I had some great happy blogs to say to you. Maybe tomorrow I will have a happy blog to write about.

Good night.

  

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MOMMA_BEAR_69 1/8/2011 2:10PM

So sorry you are still suffering so from your shoulder. Praying for you to have some restful sleep. Your body needs it to heal properly. Praying... Report Inappropriate Comment

LYNNANN43 1/7/2011 7:45AM

I missed this the other day:( I laughed so hard at "working on the labcoat for the sockmonkey!" Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 1/7/2011 12:23AM

hope you had a good night Report Inappropriate Comment

FRAN0426 1/6/2011 7:48PM

Hoping your appointment turned out fine without adding much more pain in your shoulder Report Inappropriate Comment

FITJEANS 1/6/2011 7:42PM

Hope your appointment goes well, have a awesome nite, and p.s. your backround is a beautiful sight. Report Inappropriate Comment

GOANNA2 1/6/2011 6:50PM

I hope you are able to get some much needed sleep. Good luck with the physio. Just remember, don't overwork the shoulder. Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSKIT 1/6/2011 5:05PM

Awesome job your steps. I hope that you were able to get some sleep. Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSKIT 1/6/2011 5:04PM

I hope that you were able to sleep. Your blog wasn't negative. Report Inappropriate Comment

LEXIE63 1/6/2011 4:14PM

Good luck at the physio! :-) I like the background pic. Where is that? Hugs, Lex xxx Report Inappropriate Comment

ANDASI 1/6/2011 2:29PM

Being happy all the time is too high of an expectation. Hope things go well with physio. Nightmares suck. Report Inappropriate Comment

BOVEY63 1/6/2011 2:15PM

Hope you slept well and wishing you the best of luck at your appointment! Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRY666 1/6/2011 2:01PM

Way to go on the steps......... Hope last night was a better sleep for you....... Also hope physio has some good news for your arm........ Report Inappropriate Comment

JUNEAU2010 1/6/2011 12:17PM

I hope you have no pain and lots of sleep! Report Inappropriate Comment

CJANSEN40 1/6/2011 9:37AM

Great job on getting the steps in. and it's ok to complain here, we all understand. and will remind you that it can get better. Report Inappropriate Comment

NATPLUMMER 1/6/2011 9:28AM

Awesome job on the steps!! I hope your physio appointment goes well. I really hope you get some sleep. You definitely need it. Report Inappropriate Comment

LALASLAND 1/6/2011 9:21AM

Sandra, today is going to be a GOOD day, I just know it! I hope your physio goes well! Report Inappropriate Comment

SWAZY33 1/6/2011 7:23AM

Sorry to hear about all the pain you are going through... prayers and hugs for restful sleeps and beautiful dreams to match your beautiful spirit! Report Inappropriate Comment

DIANE2868 1/6/2011 2:01AM

Hope you feel better. I noticed tonight my knee was hurting, I felt and looked down and now I see it is kinda swollen. I was poking around and now it hurts even more. I get fluid on the knees sometimes especially when walking/working out alot and have my whole life. It is awful when we are in pain. I guess my age don't help either lol. Comment edited on: 1/6/2011 2:01:50 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

JHADZHIA 1/6/2011 1:35AM

You can't help what you are going through. I never even sleep long enough to dream, but wouldn't want to if I got what you did.. I hope its better for you tonight and that the physiotherapist can give you some relief on your shoulder tomorrow. Sweet Dreams tonight Report Inappropriate Comment

Amazing Day!

Tuesday, January 04, 2011

I've had an amazing day despite being in so much pain and with no little sleep. Again I only had three hours of sleep. No pain killers worked for me but that is OK I hate pain killers. So I am healing naturally and will only take a pain pill when it gets too bad.

When John woke up and after breakfast we headed out and filled up the to big 11 litre bottles of water and went to the dollar store to pick up some calendars and some cleaning product. Then we headed over to Michael and had a look around, didn't buy anything, now wool, yarn was on sale. I still have a huge stash of yarn at home so I am good.

After that we headed to Safeway's to do our grocery shopping. It was Customer Appreciation day again and we saved over 200.00 on the great deals and 2 for 1 sale that they had.

Our fridges and cupboard are full to capacity and it feel so good to have healthy foods in the house again. We did buy some snack items and we have divided them up into 100 calorie portions.

We now have lots of fruits and veggies and lean meats in. I can make healthy dishes and enjoy cooking again now that I have tons of time on my hands.

We walked home and put the items away and our neighbour John came up for a visit and stayed for two hours. He even stayed for a healthy pizza that I made and both Johns liked it.

Now that he had left I am now watching the new season of the Biggest Loser and typing this up during the commercials.

I even manage to do over 15,000 steps today and will do more because in five minutes time I will be walking during commercials and getting in my last glass of water.

Well I have to go now the show is back on.

See yah later gators!

Here a big hug for you!

  

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MOMMA_BEAR_69 1/8/2011 2:05PM

AWESOME job Sandra. WAY TO GO on the great savings on your groceries and on your over 15,000 steps. Keep up the great work!! Hope you are continuing to take care of your shoulder. Hugs, Helen Report Inappropriate Comment

LALASLAND 1/5/2011 9:06PM

Wow, you have a attitude! I'm proud of you, Sandra! You are hurt, yet you just keep going! I hope your shoulder heals quickly! Report Inappropriate Comment

JUNEAU2010 1/5/2011 8:19PM

Love the hug! Super cute! I love the feeling of having lots of healthy food in the house. I hope your shoulder feels better SOON! Report Inappropriate Comment

BOVEY63 1/5/2011 5:47PM

So glad that you had such a great day. Hope you get more sleep tonight! A big hug back to you! Report Inappropriate Comment

GOANNA2 1/5/2011 4:08PM

Great to hear you sounding so upbeat. Have a great day. Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRY666 1/5/2011 3:01PM

It's so great to hear everything is going fine with you........ I love shopping..... and having a full cupboards and fridge of healthy foods..... it's so easy to make a great meal when you have all you need........ hope the shoulder is healing...... and you get some decent sleep...... Report Inappropriate Comment

ONEMORETHING 1/5/2011 9:47AM

Wow!! great savings at the store and got lots of healthy fruits and vegetables too seems like you both are doing great in your foods so keep it up! So sorry to hear you did not sleep good at all but so glad you did not take any more medicine for sleep you are doing a good job hanging in their like that with you pain and you are in good spirits which is great so keep the good work up but do not do to much with that shoulder of yours take care friend. Report Inappropriate Comment

NATPLUMMER 1/5/2011 9:28AM

It does sound like a great day (except for the pain...I'm hoping that goes away very, very soon). Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSKIT 1/5/2011 9:19AM

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CJANSEN40 1/5/2011 8:49AM

great day. keep up the good attitude. Report Inappropriate Comment

CHRISTURTLE 1/5/2011 5:15AM

Wow! Nothing keeps you down for long, does it? Keep up the great work with those steps. Great idea to exercise through the ads during TV programs. I'm thinking I could knit during some shows, or sew or whatever needs doing, the use Charlie, my cardio twister during the ad breaks... great idea, thank you. That way when I sit down to sew/knit, I don't feel I should be exercising, and if I exercise, I don't feel I should be sewing/knitting... Hope you get a better night's sleep tonight, but I do agree with you about the pain meds. I would rather be awake through the night than put up with the really lethargic way they make me feel. Gentle ((hugs)) on the left side only (lol) Chris. Report Inappropriate Comment

MALEXANDER4 1/5/2011 12:32AM

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JHADZHIA 1/4/2011 11:43PM

That is just awesome Sandra! Well done! Love a full pantry of good stuff. I am winding down on my food, not keeping much in preparation for going in for my surgery and then staying at Mom's. She, unfortunately, is not much into fruits and veggies because her husband doesn't eat them, but they will learn to love them while I am there ;) Like Angus commented when I stayed there for a while once, boy are we eating healthy LOL. Enjoy your program! Report Inappropriate Comment

DIANE2868 1/4/2011 11:38PM

I don't think we have a Safeway around where I am anymore. We have all the other stores. I shop online and see whats on sale with flyers etc and then I know what to buy at each store. It is worth going to a bunch of stores for me because they are all within blocks from each other. Looks like you got some great deals saving over 200 dollars! Great job on the 15000 steps! No wonder your so lean and slim! Report Inappropriate Comment

LYNNANN43 1/4/2011 11:25PM

You are a MACHINE! Report Inappropriate Comment

Physiotherapy!

Tuesday, January 04, 2011

Didn't get any sleep last night again. Well maybe 3 hours in total. Every time I turned in my sleep I woke up to a lot of pain.

Enough is enough. I went into the clinic today cause my doctor's office is closed since it is a holiday.

I saw a new doctor and he did some test on my shoulder and is most definite that I have a tare in my rotators cup, so he is sending my in for therapy on Thursday and my medical won't pay for it.

I can't claim it on my old claim cause it is closed and he said this injury had nothing to do with my old injury. What a bunch of bullllllll!!!

So I told my BF this and he said that he has my exercise sheets that my doctor gave me to work on when I first injured my shoulder. I had forgotten that I gave him these work out sheets when he dislocated his shoulder. He also has some other exercise sheets that his Chiropractor gave him to use. So he is going to fax the sheets to me.

This will help me get better and get stronger.

I was also told not to do any knitting or crocheting for two weeks because it is putting too much strain on my shoulder.

Well it is a bit but it is not that bad and I will still work on my orders but I won't be doing it for 10 or 12 hours aday every day. I will be taking lots of brakes every 30 minutes to ice it and to do some very light stretching.

I have been pretty good in adapting and not using my shoulder too much today. I just wished that I can sleep on my left side again. It is my favorite side to sleep on. Probably why my shoulder is so bad.

I am told to lie on my back for comfort and for better healing purposes.

I will be fine so don't worry about me.

I am also going to limit my sparking for a week because typing is very difficult and so painful right now.

It is amazing how much we use our shoulders and not realize how much we need it.

So I might not be blogging every night or posting as much.

Please note that I am reading every post, email,sparkmail and blogs that I subscribe too but I might not leave a message, I will try. I just might leave a or something just to let you know that I am here.

I know you all will understand and will be OK with it. I have to heal and I thank you in advance in letting me do this.

Hugs and I will talk to you all later.

Peace out.

  

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MOMMA_BEAR_69 1/8/2011 1:59PM

Hope you are relaxing and letting your shoulder heal. I know it is hard to do when you are always so busy and active. Praying for complete and rapid recovery and also for the sleep you definitely need. Hugs, Helen Report Inappropriate Comment

LIBBYFITZ 1/5/2011 5:38PM

So sorry to read that you have hurt your shoulder! Hope it heals up quickly! Report Inappropriate Comment

GOANNA2 1/5/2011 4:06PM

I hope you feel better soon. Take it easy. Report Inappropriate Comment

JHADZHIA 1/4/2011 11:47PM

So sorry this is so bad :((( I agree with all the others REST and RECOVERY. You don't want a set back for sure...Glad you at least have those exercises to help, that don't cost you anything. When I can't use right my arm and right hand for the next six weeks after surgery, I plan just to leave emoticons on people's blogs to let them know I have read as I won't be able to type with just one finger on my left hand much.. Maybe that is what you should do too. Take care of yourself Linda Report Inappropriate Comment

LYNNANN43 1/4/2011 11:25PM

Big, squishy to you! Too bad we can't get together, you with all your problems & me with my stupid shingles. Feel better fast! Report Inappropriate Comment

BOVEY63 1/4/2011 9:47PM

Take care and take it easy. Praying that you're better real soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

CINDHOLM 1/4/2011 9:32PM

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FRAN0426 1/4/2011 8:57PM

It's great that your BF will be faxing you the exercises, as it should help since they're the ones you did B/4 for the shoulder. Sending good vibes your way that the pain lessens every day for you. Yes, plese continue to apply the ice to keep swelling down to a minimum. We all understand that using your hands will aggravate the shoulder , so we'll be here when the shoulder allows you to spark as much as you want. Report Inappropriate Comment

CHRISTURTLE 1/4/2011 3:30PM

Oh Sandra, I am so sorry to hear the news - not that you won't be Sparking so much, because we all understand the need for that. The news I mean is that the injury is so severe. Here was me thinking it was only a minor problem! You shouldn't be knitting or crocheting at all, as I'm sure you've been told a million times already, but please think about it because it is only going to delay a full recovery, which I'm sure you want and need. I know you don't want to let anyone down by having to delay completing the orders you already have, but your health needs to take priority, I injured my hand at work, the two smallest fingers on my right hand, was forbidden to remove the splint and the strapping to keep them immobile, same with the metal brace to keep me bending my wrist or being able to do anything with the hand itself. I knew better, and just removed everything for short periods throughout the day, did some easy to do things so I wasn't depending on friends, but stopped when it became too uncomfortable, and eventually was able to return to normal. But... by using it till I felt minor discomfort aggravated the injury, and has prevented full recovery, even now. All because I thought using it a little wouldn't do any harm. There is now nothing can be done to return full flexibility to those two fingers, and because of that I now have problems with my thumb and wrist. Please, please remember something my doctor told me that I didn't realize - to use a damaged joint, even to the point of mild discomfort, is only going to aggravate the injury, and the damage is done even before that discomfort is felt. Take all the time you need to recover properly. Read Spark People, reply if you feel the need - with your LEFT hand, and know that we all understand and want you to get properly better before doing anything more than that. Take this time to rest, to relax and catch up with movies, television programs, read all those books you intended to read sometime (if you're like me you have a list a mile long)... just take it easy. I'd hate to think of you aggravating the injury because of Spark People. Sending love and good wishes your way. We will miss you, but we know we would rather miss you than worry about you doing to much with that arm. ((Hugs)) Chris. (End of lecture, lol.) Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRY666 1/4/2011 2:21PM

The most important thing right now is your health....... take the time you need to heal your shoulder....... I dislocated mine many years ago..... and can not lift it above my head..... have been sleeping on my back for years........ So I know the pain and discomfort your going through...... The exercises do help........ Feel better soon Sandra.. Report Inappropriate Comment

READNKNIT 1/4/2011 1:57PM

I hope the exercises help you! You can take tylenol and advil at the same time. Just remember the times for subsequent doses are different. Report Inappropriate Comment

NATPLUMMER 1/4/2011 1:11PM

I hope the exercises will help. Just keep icing and stretching. I sleep on my left side also so I understand. Rest you shoulder as much as you can. Report Inappropriate Comment

DIANE2868 1/4/2011 11:42AM

You always seem to go through so much, I am so sorry. Hope you feel better soon. Comment edited on: 1/4/2011 11:42:48 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

JUNEAU2010 1/4/2011 10:52AM

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TUFFYBIRD 1/4/2011 9:48AM

I hope the pain subsides soon. Hopefully the physio exercises will be helpful. You might want to see your own doctor even though you went to the clinic. I often find that I get different recommendations when I see someone who knows me and my circumstances. The worst that could happen is that she would confirm what the clinic doctor said. Feel better soon. Hugs. SM P.S. I'm not getting any blog or thread notifications from SP right now, so if I miss something I'm not ignoring you - I just didn't see it. Report Inappropriate Comment

LEXIE63 1/4/2011 9:16AM

You probably don't want to hear this, but I'll say it anyway because I care, so there. :-) The most important thing here is that you get better, and if that means laying off the knitting and crochet, you really need to do that. It is amazing how much of our body is involved in those processes. The side that holds the hook gets the biggest workout, but pulling at wool with the other arm also has its effect. Besides, seeing how badly this has affected your life will be a good lesson for your brother. Maybe it'll teach him to put his stuff away in future. OK, off the lecture box and putting away the wagging finger now. *hugs* At the end of the day, only you know what is affecting your shoulder and how long you can knit or whatever before taking a break, so you be the judge, Honey. :-) Take care, and get better real soon. Hugs, Lex xxx Report Inappropriate Comment

CJANSEN40 1/4/2011 9:06AM

feel better. Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSKIT 1/4/2011 8:33AM

let that shoulder heal! Report Inappropriate Comment

LOPEYP 1/4/2011 6:51AM

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CAROLYN1ALASKA 1/4/2011 3:00AM

So Sorry to hear that your shoulder is injured. When I have shoulder "flares" , (from an old injury, typing hurts my shoulder too. Of course, it's my right shoulder and I'm right handed... just figures. Anyway, hope it's lots better soon and doesn't affect your knitting! ((((hugs))))! Report Inappropriate Comment

New Projects!

Monday, January 03, 2011

I been working on some new project today and just having a total rest day. I did walk over 11,400 steps today which is great because I thought with all that biking and walking that I did yesterday I would be sore and tired but I wasn't. I will be tomorrow cause I also did lots of high stepping and lunges too.

What are me new project you ask, Well let me tell you.

The Garfield I still have to do for myself,
A Sockmonkey for a customer, still working out the details for the outfit.
Finishing mom's sweater
A panda pattern that a friend gave me to work on.
A brown Pony for my knittables collections

Well I think that is plenty enough to keep me busy until I get more orders.

On another note I just wanted to congratulate of my sparkling friends for their new Spark Trophies that they received today. I got some too and it is always a great thing to get at the end of a month. You know that you have worked hard when you receive these special trophies.

I ate well today lots of veggies with my Homemade Chicken soup for lunch and dinner tonight. It was out of this world in comfort food but I am treating myself to one glass of that white Zinfedale wine tonight and a 100 calorie bag of plain chips. My one treat for the week.

Well I am off to bed now to watch a bit more TV and to get some sleep.

Tomorrow is housework day since it is John's day off, He will be doing most of the cleaning because of my shoulder but I will help as much as I can.

Have a great night and I will check in in the morning before I start the housework.

See you all later.

  

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MOMMA_BEAR_69 1/8/2011 1:41PM

Can't wait to see pictures of your new projects and your mom's sweater. Be careful with your shoulder...hope it is getting better. Praying that you are getting the sleep you need also. Hugs, Helen Report Inappropriate Comment

JHADZHIA 1/4/2011 11:50PM

You are doing so well keeping on in spite of your shoulder! Great discipline on the snacks!! Look forward to seeing what the panda will look like and that Garfield :) Report Inappropriate Comment

LASARRE 1/3/2011 8:50PM

Great job on the steps and being busy! Report Inappropriate Comment

LOPEYP 1/3/2011 7:39PM

Wow - lots of work ahead. It's great to be busy. Report Inappropriate Comment

FRAN0426 1/3/2011 7:33PM

Seems like you have enough to keep busy for awhile with projects. Sure do hope your shoulder gets to being better soon. Congrats on the spark awards for Dec. Report Inappropriate Comment

DIANE2868 1/3/2011 4:19PM

Thats alot of projects, good job with you walking steps. Rest days are important. I think I may need one soon because my muscles are killing me. Hope you had a great sleep. Report Inappropriate Comment

BOVEY63 1/3/2011 4:04PM

Can't wait to see pics of your new projects - always enjoy them. Hope your shoulder is better and that you have a wonderful day! Congrats on your trophies too! Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRY666 1/3/2011 3:19PM

For sure you have a busy start to the new year......... which is great........ I hope we can see some pictures soon....... Hope you had a great sleep last night...... Report Inappropriate Comment

AJDOVER1 1/3/2011 2:16PM

I hope you can get some much needed rest! Best wishes with you new projects! Report Inappropriate Comment

NATPLUMMER 1/3/2011 11:39AM

That should keep you plenty busy. Will you post pictures? They so fun to see. It sounds like your new year is starting out great! Report Inappropriate Comment

BUBBABREN1 1/3/2011 10:14AM

Sounds like a great start to the New Year!! Have a fabulous day!! Report Inappropriate Comment

CJANSEN40 1/3/2011 9:33AM

busy busy in the new year Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSKIT 1/3/2011 9:05AM

Sounds like you will be busy! Great job on getting in your steps! Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 1/3/2011 8:42AM

thanks for sharing way to go Report Inappropriate Comment

JUNEAU2010 1/3/2011 7:18AM

You inspire me! Great attitude! Great activity! Take care of your shoulder! Report Inappropriate Comment

CINDHOLM 1/3/2011 1:22AM

Have a day. hugs Report Inappropriate Comment