My Grand Daughter is Having a Rough Time.

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Very upsetting news yesterday. My grand daughter Felicia who moved to Texas and who is almost 8 months pregnant was beaten by her boyfriend. The baby is ok and so is Felicia.Lots of bruises . The guy has 3 warrants and an AWOL Now her Mother is trying to get her home.Someone will drive to Texas and bring her home in the next few days. Police will watch her apartment closely until she leaves. We will all feel better once she is here.
I am off track with my eating.I was doing so good. Fighting fluid again and that always messes me up.,
Today has not been a productive day.Unless you call playing games on computer productive.
My son was suppose to come by but didn't make it.
Tomorrow Heidi is coming by with Landon.She came over from Orlando. It will be nice to see Landon.He is getting so big.
Ok I will say good night for now. I am so far behind in my emails.

  

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1COUNTRY_GAL 3/29/2011 9:59PM

I am sorry about Felicia,what is the matter with men that do this?,They get my blood boiling and I wish horrible things for them,I know they have to face there maker.The emotion damage they bestow on another human being is sometimes hard to comprehend.May the support and comfort she has from her loving family heal her from this tragic abuse.Prayers for her Interesting I have been having the same problem with fluid retention as well.Hope you feel better and get this under control,as myself. Diana:) Comment edited on: 3/29/2011 10:00:23 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

2BEHEALTHYAGAIN 3/29/2011 12:23AM

So sorry to hear of what happened to Felicia. I was abused by my first husband, so I can so identify with her. She (and baby) are in my prayers. Family support is so important at times like this, and it sounds like she has it. I can also identify with you and the fluid problem. I had so many days of higher sodium consumption that I'm fighting it, too. Eating out is NOT my friend, you would think I'd get that through my head! Hope we both get our fluid problem taken care of fast. Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 3/28/2011 9:07AM

Eleni I a so sorry to hear about Felicia. I can't understand why our young ladies let them selves be treated like that because they "love" them. I pray that this will be a wake up call for her and that she will be content to stay at home with her loving family. That she will find a peace and a new way of life for her and the baby. Report Inappropriate Comment

JILL313 3/27/2011 2:34PM

Eleni, Yes, your GD should move back home where she and the baby are safe. I hope she won't decide to forgive him and give him another chance. She should get some counseling so she will realize she doesn't deserve that awful treatment. He should be in jail . . .I know you are so concerned and emotional right now and that's hard as if your like me you turn to food for comfort. Stay strong and take one day at a time. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless. Report Inappropriate Comment

KATIE233 3/27/2011 1:51PM

wow nice flowers. sorry to hear about your granddaughter,s trouble. it,s too bad! hopefully will not have any problems getting away.well this kind of bad news don,t help you not snacking but you not alone when bother us all.i eat when things bother me either to much snacking or not eating at all.no mediun.have a cup of tea and try to relax til she is back and give her a big hug.i should go outside and see what i can find to take a picture of. i bought a bigger screen for my desk computer.it,s 24 inches it,s like watching tv.it will be on my blog pictures.take care and big hug Report Inappropriate Comment

STARPLANET2000 3/27/2011 7:54AM

So sorry for your troubles. Will lift you and your granddaughter in prayer this morning. Report Inappropriate Comment

CAZ5346 3/26/2011 11:31PM

Your family is in my prayers. How terrible for your grand daughter and her unborn child. I hope she gets some counseling so she can get over this nightmare. Take care of yourself too. I'm sure your head must be just spinning. Carol Report Inappropriate Comment

SUSIEPH1 3/26/2011 10:30PM

I am glad your grand daughter is being brought back home!! She needs safty and security. Now you need to rest my friend !! Love to all ...Susie Report Inappropriate Comment

SHIRLEYX 3/26/2011 9:47PM

What a shame about your granddaughter. Of course you are emotional and will be under a lot of stress until she is safely home. Just take care of yourself and do the best that you can. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 3/26/2011 9:38PM

adding your granddaughter to my prayer list and hang in she will be home before we know it Report Inappropriate Comment

LITTLELADYHOPE 3/26/2011 9:26PM

Keeping you and your family in my thoughts. Hope everything turns out okay and everyone stays safe!! Report Inappropriate Comment

PATRICIAANN46 3/26/2011 8:47PM

Hi Eleni....... I am so sorry to hear about Felicia. She definitely needs to come home and be with her family where she is safe. I am also sorry to hear that you are being bothered by fluid again. That must be so frustrating for you. I hope it goes away soon. I spent my day mending for my youngest son. His work pants had so many holes I hardly had enough material to mend them!!!!! I suggested getting new pants instead, and he wouldn't have it.........they are his "favorite pants." I am tired tonight........still can't shake a sore throat and cough. It's been about 3 weeks now. Take care and have a good Sunday. Patti Report Inappropriate Comment

RORYLYONS 3/26/2011 8:02PM

So much domestic violence going on nowadays. I hope she will be alright and stay away from him for her own safety..Saying a prayer. Report Inappropriate Comment

OURELEE1 3/26/2011 7:45PM

Sorry your granddaughter and your family are having a hard time. All is need is to be close to all of you. I know she will be well taken care of. It just seem like it is never ending. Try and take care of you and Bill. Report Inappropriate Comment

2BFREE2LIVE 3/26/2011 7:42PM

Keeping your granddaughter in my prayers and I am sure that your going to feel much better when she gets there. Sandy Report Inappropriate Comment

HDHAWK 3/26/2011 7:36PM

That is terrible! I'm so glad she will be ok and so will the baby. I hope the police ensure he won't be around her for any reason. Take care. Report Inappropriate Comment

MIZCATHI 3/26/2011 7:28PM

So sorry about your grand daughter! How and why do these terrible things happen? I'm relieved they are both ok, but your girl must be so traumatized and heartbroken. Pregnancy is such a sweet and vulnerable time, and now that has been ruined for her and she must be terrified for her baby's safety. I hope she will arrive home safely soon, and of course you must be very emotional and angry. Hugs, Cat Report Inappropriate Comment

Grocery day.I am Pooped

Friday, March 25, 2011

I am tired out from yesterday and today. To save Bill some work I moved all the pots from the patio out to butterfly garden.Used my walker and took them one at a time. I would take one out there and come back to patio and sit and rest a second and go again. Took me awhile. Bill went out a minute ago and took a couple of pic for me.And ofcourse he had to take a picture of his other girl friend.

And here is some of Bill's bouganvia.I cut a couple of pieces and put them in water,I don't know if they will last long but they look pretty now.

I did terrible last night but I am back on track today. I just got too frustrated and let it get the best of me.
Well I need to go put some more groceries up. Take care and have a good night.

  

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LOSINIT52 3/27/2011 5:59PM

Beautiful and Roxy is a sweetie and one lucky pooch. Report Inappropriate Comment

KATIE233 3/26/2011 1:15PM

wow you did great moving all those pots with a walker, you just couldn,t wait for Bill. did he ask why you done it by yourself. it sure look pretty, can,t wait and see what they look like a few weeks from now. yes Roxy is a lucky girl to have you and Bill and you guys are lucky to have a good dog.well now rest and take it easy til tonight. bye for now. Report Inappropriate Comment

EVER-EVOLVING 3/26/2011 11:08AM

Love the pictures. Way to go on the exercise! Doesn't matter how long it took you, the point is you moved all those plants! Woo-Hoo! I've been doing terrible lately, too. Right now I'm craving fried potatoes and cornbread! Report Inappropriate Comment

MIZCATHI 3/26/2011 8:41AM

So pretty! You make me want to break out my camera and record more in my life, especially the antics of my little buddies (mini schnauzers). Report Inappropriate Comment

FLORIDASUN 3/26/2011 6:59AM

Whew...you got plenty of exercise moving all those pots...they look HEAVY! They are beautiful and of course Roxie is a girlfriend that no one could ignore...my...she has grown! Hope all is well with your beautiful granddaughter...I'll read your blog tonight! Hugs....love that you share your beautiful flowers with us! Report Inappropriate Comment

NEWSTART127 3/26/2011 1:53AM

Way to go on getting all that done, Eleni!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 3/25/2011 11:57PM

love your garden and it happens get some rest tonight Report Inappropriate Comment

JILL313 3/25/2011 9:27PM

Your garden is just so beautiful and the bouganvia are so pretty--I love what you've done!! I hope your now able to rest and take it easy. I know personally how hard it is to lift & move things when your using a walker. . .You dog is sure a cutie. I'm glad you're taking those steps forward and are back on Track. Take Care. Comment edited on: 3/25/2011 9:29:16 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

PATRICIAANN46 3/25/2011 8:44PM

Hi Eleni..... Everything looks wonderful!!!!! Your work was well worth it. Now I hope that you are resting. Have a great weekend. Patti Report Inappropriate Comment

2BFREE2LIVE 3/25/2011 8:19PM

Beautiful plants and a cute Roxie too. Sandy Report Inappropriate Comment

2BEHEALTHYAGAIN 3/25/2011 7:53PM

What beautiful flowers! I'm pooped today, too, from all the shopping we did trying to find a truck. You're on the right path--just take it a little at a time, and it will eventually get done. Hope you are able to get rested up this evening! Report Inappropriate Comment

TILLIEBEE 3/25/2011 7:13PM

Roxy is a lucky dog. That is for sure! As always your flowers are gorgeous! Hopefully the snow and cold weather hasn't destroyed all our little buds that were getting started when it was 77 degrees a couple of days ago. Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 3/25/2011 6:46PM

you sure got your exercise today moving all those plants. Report Inappropriate Comment

MELISSAXIII 3/25/2011 6:24PM

Wow, I love the bouganvia, it's such a beautiful color! Report Inappropriate Comment

Plants Are Done.

Thursday, March 24, 2011

The plants are done and I am exhausted. so this will be short.here is the set up Bill fixed for me and it worked well.

I got all the plants from the other day except for the two crotons repotted. They were so root bound. Also fixed 3 of my orchids. have two pots ready for when the plants I ordered get here. So that was a big job done. Bill still has to get the earth box fixed.
I did not exercise today in back room.But I am counting the time I spent on plants.
I did not eat after 10 last night. The scale has gone up but it is fluid.Altho I know I haven't gained it is a downer to see scale up.But it is impossible for me to have a gain.I have been in my range every day for a week or more. Just have to hang tough til fluid goes down. It does hurt the motivation.
ok I am headed to recliner to put my feet up

  

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PATRICIAANN46 3/25/2011 8:40PM

Hi Eleni......... Your set-up for potting plants looks a lot like mine. I was hoping to get out on my patio soon (I washed windows outside in my shirt-sleeves last Saturday), but since then the thermometer has plunged and we have had snow, so I am working on inside painting and sewing projects instead. I am learning to look at more than just the scale to chart my progress, but it is difficult to see it go up or remain in one place when I do get on it. As long as YOU know that it is fluid, that is all that matters. I know that you are doing a great job and winning the "After 10" battle is wonderful!!! Take care and rest after all of your work. Patti Report Inappropriate Comment

TURTLETRACK 3/25/2011 3:31PM

Sounds like you are ahead of the repotting plants. We will have to wait for a month and a half before we can plant outside. We got more snow Wednesday and Thursday all we can do is wait for it to melt. Report Inappropriate Comment

CALVERTM 3/25/2011 2:05PM

Hi Ms. Eleni, I too can't put plants out yet, weather report calling for snow Saturday nite. I'd like to be putting winter clothes away today but am wearing a winter sweater. Frost was on the cars this am and snow was seen in a far southern part of my state yesterday but I'm sure thinking spring, does that count? Hopefully, I'm back into life alittle while. I'll email you later with my updates. My scale went down alittle (2 pounds) which makes sense especially now when my taste for food left me and went south somewhere, maybe it will come back one day..anyhoo I hate to see the scale go up too knowing you've been good but since it's fluid, you have to wait on mother nature to get rid of it, sometimes she takes her time, hang in there. love, Margaret Comment edited on: 3/25/2011 2:08:12 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

FEISTYMAMA 3/25/2011 1:08PM

If I put any plants outside right now they'd die. It's been in the 30's and it's snowing a little right now. Oh yeah, I'd put that down as exercise!! Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 3/25/2011 12:58PM

As much as I don't like yardwork I wish I could do some right now. At least the sun is shining today. Don't be discouraged! You are doing good! Like you said its just the fluid and you know that happens. Once it is gone you will have a weight loss again. You are doing great Report Inappropriate Comment

MPARKER67 3/25/2011 10:24AM

Snow yesterday and 27 so far today. 4 years and AZ here I come! Report Inappropriate Comment

KATHYS1944 3/25/2011 8:34AM

I'm so jealous, we still have snow on the ground! Report Inappropriate Comment

KATIE233 3/25/2011 12:45AM

sounds like you did alot of work. hope you didn,t tyer yourself out to much for tomorrow.maybe when the fluid goes down you will lose a few pounds if not more. well done on not eating after 10 bravo take care til i hear from you again. big hugs Report Inappropriate Comment

NEWSTART127 3/24/2011 11:56PM

Lots done! Woot! Congrats on staying in range!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

LRYASUTAKE 3/24/2011 11:49PM

Plants look AWESOME! It can be disheartening when the scale is not being encouraging, but hang in there. It is not easy being as beautiful as you are and creating so much beauty around you (including but not limited to your garden). Way to go for staying in your range for so long! The scale may not inspire you (yet) but you inspire me, so keep up the good work!! Report Inappropriate Comment

TILLIEBEE 3/24/2011 9:32PM

Have a great evening! You got a lot done today and I completely understand the stupid scale is dumb. Don't look at it for awhile. It doesn't know anything. Report Inappropriate Comment

JILL313 3/24/2011 7:45PM

Your garden and plants/flowers look so pretty and I'd like to pull up a chair and relax in your patio/garden. . .LOL. I do have quite afew flowering bushes and yellow vine roses in my front yard but my back yard is mainly a patio and just a postage stamp grassy area with 1 tangerine tree. I'd love to be able to garden but right now with 2 bad knees and a back it would be really hard for me to do it by myself. I sure wish I had a helper (your DH) like you do. It sounds like you both enjoy gardening. You should count it as exercise as I read a friend's blog and she said she counts housework as exercise. . .that should motivate me to get all those dust bunnies swept away--LOL! Have a wonderful evening. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 3/24/2011 7:33PM

love your flowers and your work area great job Report Inappropriate Comment

MIZCATHI 3/24/2011 7:24PM

All the flowers look so nice and the set up looks helpful. I bet you enjoyed doing that even though you are exhausted. Yes, put those feet up, and of course potting counts as exercise (though you know that!). Report Inappropriate Comment

Wednesday

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Well today is Bill's Friday. It will take awhile to get use to his short work week. I like having him around tho
I almost didn't get anything done today.I got up late.Did some exercises and then started a late lunch. Just as O got it ready to eat I got a phone call.It was my grand daughter who is pregnant with our 1st Great grandchild. She moved to Texas and is getting homesick. She talked to me for about 1 1/2 hours. I think she has changed her mind about having baby there.I am not surprised.The closer her due date the more she will want her mother. But it was nice that she called me.
Then had to talk to my oldest who just got fired from her job. By the time I finally got lunch I was ready for a nap. i just got up when Brianna got here to do her weekly stuff.
I did not cook supper.I started on my big pot of soup. It is on stove cooling now.I will bag it tomorrow. Watching America Idol. I have been watching it the last couple of years but it has some great talent this year.It is going to be a tight race.

Ok I did not do as good last night on eating. I did eat after 10 but it wasn,t much. It was 1 boiled egg and 1 small tomato. I will not do that tonight.
I did get some exercises down.
Hopefully tomorrow we can get the plants in bigger pots. Bill will be home to help. He still has to get the earth box set up.
I know I am forgetting something. Oh well. Here is a pic of a rose from out front.

ok I am going to watch AI.It is actually good this year.

  

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FEISTYMAMA 3/25/2011 1:13PM

I watched every episode of AI from the very beginning but I haven't watched 1 episode this year and don't plan on it. My beloved Simon is gone. Even though you ate after 10 it was healthy. It could've been much worse! Report Inappropriate Comment

SHIRLEYX 3/24/2011 10:54AM

What a beautiful rose. Hopefully you will do great with food today! I am also trying to stop eating at night and it is quite challenging - but we can do it! Report Inappropriate Comment

MPARKER67 3/24/2011 9:57AM

Don't watch AI. That is a beautiful rose. I don't care much for florist ones but I love homegrown. Hope your daughter qualifies for unemployment. It is rough out there. Report Inappropriate Comment

MIZCATHI 3/24/2011 8:54AM

I've watched American Idol since the 1st season, even my husband loves it. Glad to see all the talent is great this year, and you are right - will definitely be a tight race! Love the rose, too! Report Inappropriate Comment

KATIE233 3/23/2011 11:52PM

love your yellow rose.to bad about the job but there are others. no snow yet hopefully it stays in toronto.take care and have a great day tomorrow. Report Inappropriate Comment

JILL313 3/23/2011 11:40PM

I think you did well last night as a tomato and an egg only have around 100 calories so I say that is a good healthy low calorie snack. Your day sounds busy and kinda fun! I'm sorry about your daughter's job . . .Have a restful night and go get'em tomorrow! Your yellow roses are beautiful--you sure have a green thumb! Report Inappropriate Comment

PATRICIAANN46 3/23/2011 9:54PM

Hi Eleni......... It sounds like you had a real "Family" day. I did too, between phone calls, a stop-in, and Elizabeth being with us from 4 to 8 PM and then getting to visit with my oldest son when he picked her up. Tomorrow we will be having dinner with a friend from Australia. He is here for almost a month and is staying with other friends about 18 miles from us. He is a college professor at a University in Tasmania and is on break right now. We actually met him in 1977. He and the friends he is staying with met through a mutual love of sport cars. They were pen-pals and became good friends. He has visited the U.S. seven times now and has brought his wife and kids 4 of the times. It will be a fun-evening as he is one of the funniest guys I have ever met. Take care. I love the yellow rose. Patti Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 3/23/2011 9:31PM

love yellow roses and ooops to yesterday today is a new day ...doing good here Report Inappropriate Comment

OURELEE1 3/23/2011 8:51PM

Yellow roses are my favorite flowers. Report Inappropriate Comment

CITRUSPINE 3/23/2011 8:47PM

Sounds like you had a busy day but at least you did the exercising first thing this morning. Good for you! We all need to do something for ourselves. Report Inappropriate Comment

Productive Day

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

I spent the afternoon helping a spark pal with some minor computer lessons. I enjoyed seeing the smile on her face as she saw she could do it. Made me feel good to know I did something productive today.
I made a discovery after I left to go home.I stopped at McDonalds to get a drink and was very tempted to get a small fry but I knew that is a lot of calories.I also knew I would be doing supper in a short time.So I was trying to find some kind of fruit cup.I couldn't spot it on menu so I asked.She said they had a bag of apple slices.So I got it and it was only 35 calories.She did give me a small pack of caramel that I gave it back.

Now i know what to get when I am out and about and need just a small snack.
When I got home I decide to have Bill bring home partial takeout. I had him get me 2 grilled chicken thighs. i then heated up someone leftover fresh green beans and cooked some potato slices. I already had salad left over from lunch. Saved a lot of calories. i am so proud of myself for not getting even one biscuit.That is a biggie for me.
I did not eat after 10:15 last night. I didn't get my soup ready early enough and since I started eating it before 10 and only went over a little I count it as meeting my night eating goal.I was also in my calorie range again. I haven't been counting the nights as I don't want to jinx it.
We are all feeling better today.
I really enjoyed Dancing With The Stars.I think this season will be one of the best.
I watched Heavy again. I like that the trainers don't yell and scream but they are only shown for 6 months. I wonder how many get to their goal. maybe they will do a show with updates.
Well BL will be on shortly.Have to set up recorder to tape the ncis's and Good Wife
Hope you had a good day

  

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FEISTYMAMA 3/25/2011 1:15PM

Sam's Club sells a large bag of cut apples and they keep for a week or so. I'm more apt to grab those and go than I am a plain apple. It's all about convenience. I like the yogurt parfait at McDonald's but I don't know how many calories it is. Report Inappropriate Comment

TURTLETRACK 3/23/2011 7:54PM

You did do good today. Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 3/23/2011 3:35PM

giving back the carmel and the ability to have and ask for apples when not on the menu in McDonalds is HUGE!!!!! on your eating yesterday. You are my hero of the day Report Inappropriate Comment

MPARKER67 3/23/2011 1:31PM

Giving back the caramel must mean you didn't eat after 10pm no matter what the clock said! Report Inappropriate Comment

SHIRLEYX 3/23/2011 7:07AM

Glad you had such a great day yesterday. Good work with McDonalds apples! Report Inappropriate Comment

JILL313 3/23/2011 12:55AM

Hi Eleni, It sounds like you are really doing well eating healthy and resisting temptations and late night eating. I actually went to MC today and ended up getting a double cheeseburger and small fries--and a diet coke, of coarse. When I went to track them I was shocked at how many calories they were--around 700, and to be honest it really wasn't that filling or worth spending that amount of calories on. This week I'm really having a hard time keeping within my calorie range as keep going over--usually 200 calories over. I doubt very much that I will see a weight loss this Saturday probably a gain unless eat like I should be. I am so proud of you--WOO HOO! Keep up the great job you're doing! Report Inappropriate Comment

KATIE233 3/22/2011 11:28PM

Hi Eleni, well done on just getting slice apples instead of fries.i,m proud of you! i,m glad you two are feeling better. take care and a great day tomorrow. we are suppose to get the s--- word the weather. hope not.i want sunshine.bye for now. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 3/22/2011 10:49PM

way to go on giving back the carmel WOO HOO so HAPPY for you ... sounds like a good day Report Inappropriate Comment

PATRICIAANN46 3/22/2011 9:25PM

Hi Eleni......... Congratulations!! ! You are doing so well all the way around. I am very proud of you. I am also glad to hear that you are all feeling better. I was hesitant about whether or not to watch DWTS's this season as I really do NOT enjoy Kirstie Alley and don't know anything about any of the others except for Ralph M. I do like him and I love to watch the dancing, so maybe I will tape the shows and then I can fast-forward when I need to. Don't you LOVE The Good Wife???? It is supposed to be good tonight..........Calinda is in trouble. Will close for now as I am behind (as usual). Take care. Patti Report Inappropriate Comment

SPABUNNIE 3/22/2011 8:37PM

I watched dancing with the stars yesterday too... boy does ralph machio look young for 50!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNY332 3/22/2011 7:57PM

What is Heavy? Is that a new show? Do let me know. Glad you did so well today. I am proud of you, my friend. Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment