Success is failure turned inside out...

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

I guess this is to small to read:



When things go wrong, as they sometimes will
When the road you're trudging seems all uphill
When the funds are low and the debts are high
And you want to smile, but you have to sigh
When care is pressing you down a bit
Rest if you must, but don't you quit.


Life is queer with its twists and turns
As every one of us sometimes learns
And many a fellow turns about
When he might have won, had he stuck it out.


Don't give up though the pace seems slow
You may succeed with another blow.


Often the goal is nearer than
It seems to a faint and faltering man;
Often the struggler has given up
When he might have captured the victor's cup;
And he learned too late when the night came down
How close he was to the golden crown.


Success is failure turned inside out
The silver tint of the clouds of doubt
And you never can tell how close you are
It may be near when it seems afar;
So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit
It's when things seem worst that you mustn't quit.



Author Unknown

  

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NWFL59 3/24/2010 9:51PM

Thanks for sharing this poem. I enjoyed it very much. Hope you are feeling better and are well soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

JESSICA_0029 1/27/2010 8:06PM

I'm glad your finding positive things to keep your spirits up. Thanks for sharing this poem. Report Inappropriate Comment

WINGSOFCHANGE 1/27/2010 6:27PM

Oh, how great - I loved it! I've been thinking of you and hoping that you're soon stone-free! Report Inappropriate Comment

FUNNYGRANNY71 1/27/2010 3:41PM

That was a great poem. I hope you are feeling better today. Report Inappropriate Comment

DYNAMICDEB53 1/27/2010 2:48PM

Beautiful poem!!!! Hugs and hope today you are feeling a little better!! Hugs Deb Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNYH99 1/27/2010 1:28PM

Thanks for this! Sounds as if you might be starting to feel better. Whatever happens, dear, DON'T Quit! We need you! Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment

TEDYBEAR2838 1/27/2010 1:24PM

I need it too! I will definitely NOT QUIT this time around! Thanks Yvonne! Report Inappropriate Comment

L*I*T*A* 1/27/2010 12:59PM

wonderful.......thanks so much for sharing this...... love the tiltle"Success is failure turned inside out... " we all need to keep this in mind..................blessings and hugs...............lita Report Inappropriate Comment

WEDDWT 1/27/2010 12:34PM

Good morning Yvonne! When you look in the mirror today you are going to come face to face with those nasty painful shingles. Please keep telling yourself that this is TEMPORARY and that you will heal. Nancy Gibbs wrote an essay in Time 11-23-09; she says: "Happiness is a sappy word and a flimsy concept - more fleeting than contentment, several octaves lower than joy." (I am not going to stop at happiness, I'm going all the way to joy. Wanna come? I'll pick you up in about an hour.) She continues... "Whatever you make of the psychology of happiness, we know something of its physics. It rises as it ricochets off other people, returning to us stronger by virtue of being released." That person who stole your credit doesn't know the first thing about happiness or joy, it's not something you can purchase. But you do know joy and you generously share it with others. I hope what you have released to us ricochets and returns to you stronger, in your time of need. Report Inappropriate Comment

SECRETMUSIC 1/27/2010 12:23PM

I appreciate how hard you are working to journey through your stress. You will emerge victorious! Report Inappropriate Comment

DEFIANTVEGAN 1/27/2010 11:44AM

Got this in an email and added the Sparks pics instead so here you go. I truly believe in this. How many flowers end up at the funeral home and how many flowers did the dead person enjoy while they were alive? Here's an eFlower from me! Enjoy your day! Flower Delivery .. I would rather have one rose and a kind word from a friend while I'm here, than a whole truck load when I'm gone . These Are For You !!! Just Forward these to all your friends, including ... back to me. And don't tell me that you're too busy for this. Don't you know the phrase ... 'Stop and Smell the Flowers' ??? Let's just see how many 'Bouquets' you end up with !!! Happiness keeps you Sweet, Trials keep you Strong, Sorrows keep you Human, Failures keep you Humble, Success keeps you Glowing, But .... Only Friends .... Keep You Going !!! Thank you my friend for being a part of my life! Comment edited on: 1/27/2010 11:44:55 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

YATMAMA 1/27/2010 10:50AM

Thank you, sweet friend. That is awesome, and very encouraging for me. *hugs* Missy Report Inappropriate Comment

WALNUT5612 1/27/2010 10:09AM

Thank you!!! This is what I needed today Report Inappropriate Comment

GEORGANNE39 1/27/2010 10:04AM

Great post! Thanks! I needed that today. LOL! Report Inappropriate Comment

NO_SNOW_BODY 1/27/2010 9:47AM

This is going on my dash today, I need it as I go through getting my life moving back in the right direction Report Inappropriate Comment

LADYSUNBEAM 1/27/2010 9:01AM

I haven't seen this in a while and I absolutely love it and needed it today my friend! Sandra Report Inappropriate Comment

FOXXYROXXYD 1/27/2010 8:55AM

Thanks Yvonne! Never Give Up, Never Give Up, Never Give Up! Report Inappropriate Comment

JUSTWANTTOLOOSE 1/27/2010 8:52AM

So true! Thanks! Report Inappropriate Comment

BARBARAROSE54 1/27/2010 8:40AM

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LOOZINITNOW 1/27/2010 7:33AM

I absolutely loved this and needed it! Thanks for sharing! Report Inappropriate Comment

PEGGO45 1/27/2010 7:22AM

this was a favorite of my Grandma Mary's.... just what I needed this AM! Report Inappropriate Comment

GLORIAB73 1/27/2010 7:17AM

Thank you for sharing, Yvonne! I love this one! Report Inappropriate Comment

DJS-DEBBIE 1/27/2010 7:14AM

Words of wisdom for all of us! Report Inappropriate Comment

MTNHIKER1971 1/27/2010 7:12AM

Love the new format. thanks for posting, very good pick me upper. Hope you're feeling better Report Inappropriate Comment

TATTER3 1/27/2010 7:01AM

I love this thought. I honestly appreciate being reminded that success is in my hands. Keep Sparkin'!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

RUN2MYDREAMS 1/27/2010 6:34AM

for this. I need to save this to look at. I need to put it on my Vision Collage! Report Inappropriate Comment

On the verge...

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

I seem to be living under a dark cloud or two. WHY? Is someone up there testing me because I think I am failing miserably. I really do not handle stress well. I am a good person but for some reason, it just keeps getting worse and worse. I really need these dark clouds to pass.



I know as one good Spark Buddy wrote in her blog the other day: I need to pull up my big girl panties and face it head on. (the big girl panties was in her blog, she wasn't telling me to do so) Handling stress is easier said than done, for me at least. I have been plagued with rosacea since my early 20's. Roscaea is not caused by stress however stress aggravates it. It causes a major outbreak in my face every time. My Doctor constantly told me you have to destress. Easier said than done doc.

Well this credit card fraud thing is really taking a toll on my health due to all of the stress. I just found out I now have shingles. I went to the doctor yesterday and was given the great news. It is on my face of all places. I had this awful blotchy, bumpy welts all over my face. It was also getting very close to my eyes so I freaked out and went to the doctor. Good thing I went to the doctor because she told me if it had gotten to my eyes I would be in big trouble.

I did nothing to cause this credit card fraud. I was not careless with my cards, etc. As soon as I do know how it happened I will let you know. I just hope everyone now realizes how important it is to know what is on your credit reports. Just a reminder you are allowed one free credit report from EACH of the 3 credit bureaus a year to see what is being reported under your name. You can also subscribe to a monthly reporting service. I dropped my Privacy Guard because obviously they dropped the ball here. I found out they only report the results for one credit bureau.

I now have a protection plan from Discover Card. They are cheaper AND they report all 3 credit bureaus so nothing can slip through the cracks. I am not advertising here, I am just making you aware of something important you can obtain that you may not have been aware of. I do not want anyone to go through what I have.


Anyways back to the stress. the doctor also told me that my kidney stones may also be from the stress. That was news to me because I never knew that. It did however answer why I got another bout of kidney stones. My kidney stones in the past have been the result of eating too much animal protein. It is one reason I am trying to follow a Vegetarian diet. I could not understand why I had kidney stones because I had not been eating meat. Question now answered. Who knew?


She wanted to know if I had been under any stress lately. Ahhhhhhhhhhh ya!
We talked about that. I also asked since we were discussing the many faces of stress if it could cause my weight gain as I have not been eating that much due to the kidney stone pain. She said yes and then she asked me how my sugar was doing because it shows I am Diabetic in my chart. I answered that it has been higher than normal for no good reason. Her answer, you guessed it STRESS.

I hate STRESS! I need to get a grip! I know my problems are no wheres near other peoples problems which is another reason I need to get a grip and pull up my big girl panties. I need to see the dark cloud that has been hovering over me leave.

  

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MEOWMAMA3 1/31/2010 6:31PM

Wow, you're going through an awful lot at once. Do you meditate? I find it very soothing when my blood is to that boiling point to slow down completely, sit in a quiet room, close my eyes and meditate. You are very matter of fact in every thing you face, just tackle the health issues first and try to eliminate some of that stress. Best to you and feel better! Report Inappropriate Comment

TRACYZABELLE 1/28/2010 10:13PM

Stress is a bad thing but we have to lear how to deal with it better.. I know this all too well . THere are so many afflictions that we all suffer with that are made worse by stress..Hang in there and take deep breaths! Report Inappropriate Comment

STOP-IT-KNOW 1/28/2010 10:07PM

i'm so sorry this is going on in your life i hope things get better soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

JEANNIEMAG 1/28/2010 7:20AM

I am so sorry you are going through all of this! STOP THE MADNESS!!! Your sense of humor still seems to be in check which is such a blessing. Hang in there Yvonne. All of this will pass and you will be stronger because of it. I know you CAN and WILL do it!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

JESSICA_0029 1/27/2010 8:02PM

I'm so sorry that it has just been one thing after another. Your a wonderful person and you will get threw it all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Comment edited on: 1/27/2010 8:03:01 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

THINWITHIN18 1/27/2010 6:59PM

Everyone who reads your Sparking enjoys your words, and benefits from them. That is why I am so sorry to hear of your present challenges: shingles and weight gain and credit card fraud...Oh my! It seems to me that you are right in the centre of a twister of troubles right now. But if the great wizard of Oz doesn't appear to solve your problems, don't worry. We all have confidence in you. You can do it on your own: you will find a way and one day soon this storm will blow right out of YvonneVille. With my best wishes for a healthy future! Comment edited on: 1/27/2010 7:00:37 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

USARUNNERGIRL 1/26/2010 9:34PM

So glad you went to the doc. Sounds like you have a good one that really cares about you, kinda rare these days. I truly wish I could take all your stress and throw it in the trash for you. I hope you feel all the love and hugs coming your way from your fellow sparkers. Report Inappropriate Comment

LADYSUNBEAM 1/26/2010 9:07PM

My dear friend, you have had so much stress this past 2 months it is no wonder this didn't happen sooner than it did! I hate that all of this happened with the credit card fraud, but you caught it early and it looks like they are possibly going to be able to catch the person who did it. I wish I knew what to say to help the stress go away, I wish I lived closer so I could get you out of the house and take you somewhere we could laugh and talk until our hearts content! (preferably the beach!! LOL!!) Now pull up those big girl panties and let's get you feeling better and destressing! Love ya! Sandra Comment edited on: 1/26/2010 9:08:00 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

ASHARON 1/26/2010 7:46PM

Baby steps, remember! You are almost out of the 3s and you are a wonderful person. Hopefully your rainbow is just around the corner. Here is a big hug....... .......Now pull up them big girl panties and move on. Report Inappropriate Comment

DARA52 1/26/2010 6:43PM

I think just looking at that picture of George Clooney would help. Yowza! What a profile pic for BadMammaJamma. I'd be on Spark every single minute. Long whistle.... Breathe deep. Think of your next vacation. Stick your head in the sand! :) Just kidding. Sort of. You know you have my sympathies. And bunches of Hugs. Wish I could help. If you find out who did the credit card fraud, let us know. There has to be a Spark friend nearby to do damage! Report Inappropriate Comment

FUNNYGRANNY71 1/26/2010 6:19PM

Yvonne, I found out the hard way stress can cause just about anything. I also agree destressing is easier said than done. I can relate to having shingles because I had it on my rib cage and mine was very painful. I hope you get your credit card fraud settled soon and maybe you can get a whole lot better. Thinking of you. Pat Report Inappropriate Comment

DYNAMICDEB53 1/26/2010 5:50PM

Yvonne BIG . I am really glad you went to the Dr and got the informaton. I know that stess is very hard to deal with. You are not alone girl, know that. I am not stress free and most of it I put on myself. I want you, to do the research as you have often for other things, and really come up with a plan to lessen the stress and find a way to destress and relax. You are such a wonderful lady and this is just another hurdle on our way to find the best you. Just think how great it will be to not have health flare ups, because you have learned to deal with this demon. Hugs and lots of positive thoughts. Deb Report Inappropriate Comment

MAURAK 1/26/2010 5:32PM

Chin up! You'll get through this stronger and more positive. BTW - There is a (pretty new) vaccine for shingles. Report Inappropriate Comment

GEORGANNE39 1/26/2010 3:50PM

All my best wishes and calming thoughts are sent your way! I hope things will smooth out SOON! Report Inappropriate Comment

DJS-DEBBIE 1/26/2010 3:15PM

Yvonne, if all of our good wishes could take physical form, you would be cured and then some. I can't add anything to what has already been said here, except to let you know I am another person who cares and can be leaned on if it would help in any way. Report Inappropriate Comment

WEDDWT 1/26/2010 2:51PM

Dear Yvonne, It is a blessing for me to read all the compassionate replies from your Sparkfriends who have such warm, loving advice. I hope you can soak up all the hugs like a sponge. It's hard to hear you have more pain to endure. To hear you now have been diagnosed with shingles on top of everything else....Please tell your body for me "okay, okay, she gets the point, don't send any more disease" and plan to focus with a professional on stress management when you heal from the current crisis. Report Inappropriate Comment

WINGSOFCHANGE 1/26/2010 2:26PM

I'm glad that you went to the doc, but I'm sorry that you have so much to deal with right now. This whole credit card thing must be SO incredibly stressful-I really feel for you! Have you passed the stone yet? I'm sending good thoughts your way and I'm hoping that you're feeling better and less stressed soon! Hugs to you my friend!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNYH99 1/26/2010 2:11PM

Oh, boy, more heartache! Feels like way too much for one person all at once, but that's life sometimes, and you will make it, Yvonne! I just told someone with a brand new baby in the last half hour, "This too shall pass" needs to be tattooed on the inside of your eyelids (figuratively!) because when we're in the middle of hardship, it feels as if it will never change. Stay in the now and eat right, breathe, rest, take care of the next right thing as the day unfolds, and I'm really sorry about those $@#*& shingles! Love ya Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment

BADMAMMAJAMMA1 1/26/2010 2:04PM

One Big Hug From Me too You. Treasure Yourself Carol Report Inappropriate Comment

MTNHIKER1971 1/26/2010 1:22PM

Good grief Yvonne... how horrible. Giving you a big reassuring hug and handing you a kleenex to wipe those tears. There are some things we can't control, obviously, and there are things that we HAVE to face. When going to the doctor and they say, you need to lose weight, well DUH! don't tell me what I need to do, it would be more helpful to be given the tools on HOW to do it. I think when conflict comes into play, we have this whole horrific scenario built up in our heads that is much, much worse than the act itself. For me anyway. When I face something hard, I truly think of you and my other SparkFriends and that gives me strength to more forward. You need some coping skills, and while not all will work for you, you will find some that will. Please go to this site and find the tools that you need to help you face the things you need to face and if you need any help, we're all here for you! http://www.coping.org/< BR> Hang in there, it WILL get better Much love Kelly Report Inappropriate Comment

SECRETMUSIC 1/26/2010 12:41PM

Such a terribly stressful time for you! I'm sure you have your own sources of advice, but as a person who has been a 15-year bout of Rosacea (which was absolutely NOT caused by stress), I'd be happy to share my experience if you wish -- just sparkmail me. Prayers and thought, gentle friend. Report Inappropriate Comment

L*I*T*A* 1/26/2010 12:35PM

we all have stress in our lives from time to time............evryone handles it differently and sometimes we need to find new ways to release all the built up stress that sometimes occurs more often then we want.......what about trying something new eg:weekly massages or yoga etc...............wishing and praying your medical issues will resolve quickly as well as the stress dissolves.... as my daughter tells me often...... take a deep breathe and let it goooooooooooooooo blessings and hugs...............lita Comment edited on: 1/26/2010 12:41:58 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

DEFIANTVEGAN 1/26/2010 11:58AM

Aww Ivonne, for the stress and everything that you have to go away it shares no room with all the wonderful things that you possess as a person, a fellow friend and Sparker. You need and I hope with the help of all of us that you can let go of this ugly thing called stress which is keeping you hostage. We all experience this from time to time and I hope and pray that you do see that at the end of the tunnel. Report Inappropriate Comment

TEDYBEAR2838 1/26/2010 11:57AM

What wonderful advice and Love you have received so far from the team! You are such a good friend and we are hurting with you, but you must learn to let go and let God. Report Inappropriate Comment

BARBARAROSE54 1/26/2010 10:18AM

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LOOZINITNOW 1/26/2010 10:16AM

Praying for you my friend. I hope this time of trial passes quickly for you! My thoughts are with you! Report Inappropriate Comment

TXLIZWOLF 1/26/2010 9:55AM

Yvonne ... I am much like you. I stress over everything, immediately. But I had to learn to stop it or my heart would eventually suffer. When I feel that constricting feeling, or the anger welling up now, I take one deep breath and decide if I can do anything about the situation, immediately or in the nearest future. If yes, I decide (make a conscious choice) to not stress my heart, and instead start the actions I can take. If no, I decide to let go and not concern myself with it. I have set up a sort of worry appointment: Every morning from 8 to 9:30 (including Sat and Sun), I take care of things that need worrying about. Twice a month I pay bills at night... and the rest of the time I try to live as happy and healthy as I can. Since stress and worry slows down fat decomposition in the body and takes time away from your life, I decide to not give it the chance anytime it feels like it. Am I control freak? Yes... in many ways... but it has to include myself and my well being. I sincerely hope you can learn it, too. You will be much more content for it. Report Inappropriate Comment

-TAMI- 1/26/2010 9:46AM

Stress is an awful monster that unfortunately we all must learn to live with. Wouldn't it be great if it would make an appointment with us a couple times a year so we could get prepared for it? I believe stress is one of the biggest problems when it comes to our health. It effects just about every aspect of our health and can cause major trouble for us. That's why learning to deal with stress is so important. It's hard to do but it can be done... You spend so much time focusing on your health/weight loss and on all of us wonderful Sparklers that sometimes you overlook the Complete picture of what's best for Yvonne. I saw your reply to Dawn when she was overwhelmed and needed to regroup. Maybe it's time for you to step back and regroup. Find the things in your life that are taking too much time and slow down with them. Get some extra rest. Then be sure to add something to your day that would help you lower your stress levels. Meditation works great. Walking outside like Simone said. But walk for enjoyment, not to lose weight. Breathe in the fresh air. Go to the park or someplace quiet, surround yourself with nature and sit quietly with God. Find the thing that works for you... Stress will be there the rest of your life. It's best to learn how to deal with it now before it sends you to s hospital one day.. . Find some time to relax and enjoy your life Yvonne. You deserve it! Report Inappropriate Comment

OLIVERNABBYSMOM 1/26/2010 9:43AM

Something tells me as big of a mountain as it seems, you're going to turn this into a small molehill in no time at all - because you're bigger and stronger than all this put together. I too have rosacea - did not know it had anything to do with stress; I've heard they are not really sure though it does seem to plague people with lighter hair / skin more (Princess Diana had rosacea) - so we are among royalty. I think one of the hardest things is to have something happen that is out of your complete control - stealing your identity is one of those - you feel helpless. But this will be one of the things that identifies you as the strong person you are - that you will conquer and not let it get you down too long. Find lots to smile and be happy about ... all of us here at SP for instance :) Comment edited on: 1/26/2010 9:44:25 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

DIGBOI 1/26/2010 9:40AM

I am so sorry to hear how stressed you have been. I do hope things get better for you very soon. I am glad you had your shingles checked out by a doctor. It is very dangerous to get it on your face especially close to your eyes. Be careful and take good care of yorself. My prayers are with you. Report Inappropriate Comment

FITGRL124 1/26/2010 9:34AM

I pray that the stress will lessen and you'll start to feel better soon! Report Inappropriate Comment

EGRAMMY 1/26/2010 9:33AM

"Reality is the leading cause of stress for those in touch with it." Jane Wagner Report Inappropriate Comment

GLORIAB73 1/26/2010 9:30AM

"This too shall pass" Stress is a hard thing to handle, please take it one day at a time, as you probably are :) I see you as a bright, perky person Yvonne and I know things will clear up for you and you will see the rainbow at the end of the rain! Gloria Report Inappropriate Comment

RUN2MYDREAMS 1/26/2010 9:26AM

STRESS must weigh 2 lbs then, huh? As Em used to say when she first started talking, NOT NICE I am trying to look at things this way: God is testing me to see how I can handle the pressure. My response makes a difference. I've tried to have this approach to many stressful situations in the past couple of years. It helped me to unstress a little and refocus on other things/people what have you. So take some time to de-stress. Go for a walk outside for 10 minutes. The fresh air will do wonders for your spirit. Just 10 minutes. Not 30 not 60. See how you come back feeling and let me know! I pray that the stress will lessen and lessen for you my friend! Report Inappropriate Comment

How could this have happened?

Monday, January 25, 2010

I am not a happy camper at all. I can not fathom how this ever could have happened. I gained 2 pounds. It has to be a mistake. I have had no appetite at all for the past few days with these dang blasted kidney stones. I had to force myself to eat what I did eat. I stuck with fruit and veggies because I figured my stomach would be able to digest it easier.

I don't know if you are aware of this but when you are in intense pain for lack of a better description, you throw up. There really hasn't been much in my stomach to do so and it has just been so much fun. NOT!

I have been drinking an ocean of water but I don't see my ankles are retaining, so that can't be it. I know you are not supposed to eat under 1200 calories a day and I have been no where near that. Come on, I never heard of gaining weight from not eating. My sugar has been higher than normal. I don't know what is going on.

So I am miserable!
I am in intense pain!
I did sleep last night. Yeah!
I did go to the gym. Sometimes it helps the pain, sometimes not. NOT was the
result for today.
I did sit in the jacuzzi and that felt good. Yeah!
I have no appetite - that could be a yeah or a nay...
The stones are starting to pass because the intense pain is gone from the left
kidney and the pain is moving down the pike so to speak. Yeah!
Did I mention I gained 2 pounds?

How could I gain 2 frigging pounds????????????????????????

  

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MEOWMAMA3 1/31/2010 6:26PM

Ouchee...I didn't know you were going through this nasty ordeal...Hope you are feeling much better. Hang in there! Report Inappropriate Comment

WINGSOFCHANGE 1/26/2010 2:18PM

Don't shoot the scale because I'm sure that you didn't gain weight, but are probably retaining fluid. As for the kidney stone, OMG, I DO know what you're going through! Horrible pain and barfing! I've had them twice-UGH! Have you had them before and did you go to your idiot doc? I feel for you, and hope that you pass the darn thing SOON!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

CATHYGETSFIT 1/26/2010 1:00PM

I know that when you are sick your body tends to hold on to fluids. I'm sure that's probably what it is. I'm sure that once your better those 2 pounds will come right back off. I've never had kidney stones but I've had gall stones before and they are very painful. I can only speculate that the pain is close to the same. Hope you feel better soon. Cathy Report Inappropriate Comment

-TAMI- 1/26/2010 9:56AM

It's okay honey. Frustrating but still okay. You're not feeling well and you're under stress which makes the numbers act crazy. If that had happened to me I'd get a nice long pep talk from you..wouldn't i? Hmmmm? Treat yourself like you would treat a friend; be understanding, kind and patient. And remember that sometimes those evil scales stay the same or go up no matter what we do. It's their way of making us run to the store for our favorite junk filled comfort foods. That evil scale will not win and next week you'll show it who's boss... Take care of yourself Yvonne. Report Inappropriate Comment

ANNBELL08 1/26/2010 12:58AM

Ok Yvonne if this was somebody else and not you what would you say just get better keep doing what you are doing and it will all work out just take it easy and you will be fine you have this down I hope you are feeling better soon Report Inappropriate Comment

JESSICA_0029 1/25/2010 10:41PM

I'm so sorry you still are not feeling well. I know every time my bf mom (she has diabetes) gets sick her sugar goes up no matter how well she eats. About gaining 2 pounds I know that I can sometimes gain weight just by being too stressed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.I just hope you feel better soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

TEDYBEAR2838 1/25/2010 9:12PM

Ok Yvonne, sit yourself down, have a good talk to yourself as if you were ME. What would you tell me. Boy, everyone's advice is RIGHT ON young lady. Let your body do the healing, do all YOU can do and let it go. Bigger and better times are on the way for you. I already have the order in. feel better on the way. Report Inappropriate Comment

MAURAK 1/25/2010 7:36PM

Don't worry, next week it will right itself. Just keep being good. If you're having problems eating enough try smooth soups or smoothies - whichever feels better - hot or cold. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEFIANTVEGAN 1/25/2010 7:26PM

Maybe it's it's it's your Scale that's it it's BrOkEn... Well I hope so but honestly I think that darn kidney stone weighs about 2lbs. Oh gosh I feel for you if it is that sucker must be huge.. Trying to make you laugh here.. I believe it's water retention my guess. I'm glad you had some sleep and you are able to work out considering your situation, don't beat yourself up once it passes I'm sure you would lose more weight. Report Inappropriate Comment

DARA52 1/25/2010 6:59PM

Breathe deep. Let it go. Drink warm tea. Does putting on a hot pad help? Don't worry or it will spike your BS also. Your body knows it is sick and is hanging on for dear life. Relax. Breathe. This too shall pass. (Oops, sorry for the pun!) Report Inappropriate Comment

BAMATEACHER 1/25/2010 5:56PM

It's just a blip, Yvonne. Our bodies don't always react to circumstances the way we expect, but EVENTUALLY the calories in-calories out rule has to prevail. Hang in there and feel better soon! Report Inappropriate Comment

ANNINTENNESSEE 1/25/2010 5:12PM

My doctor told me that my blood sugar can go up when I am sick. That is probably why yours is up. Hang in there and vent it all out. Ann Report Inappropriate Comment

L*I*T*A* 1/25/2010 4:38PM

NO_SNOW_BODY is right your body is very protective of itself right now...........take a deep breathe and let itgoooooooooooooooooooo praying and hoping you will be better soon.......... blessings and hugs............lita Comment edited on: 1/25/2010 4:39:11 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

FUNNYGRANNY71 1/25/2010 4:28PM

I am so sorry you are having problems with kidney stones. I do know how painful they can be. I am unable to explain why you gained two pounds. That is very disheartening. After the stones pass, maybe you are retaining water in other places. I wish I had an answer for you, but you do have my sympathy. By the way, I like your attitude. Report Inappropriate Comment

PATRISNA 1/25/2010 4:17PM

Yvonne, So sorry to hear you are experiencing terrible pain. I hope you feel better soon. I agree the two pounds could be fluid retention or it could be muscle. All the exercise could be adding muscle. Try to rest. I wish I could take your pain away. Report Inappropriate Comment

NO_SNOW_BODY 1/25/2010 4:08PM

I guess your body is busy protecting itself and reserving what youa re eating to help fight the infection. Report Inappropriate Comment

USARUNNERGIRL 1/25/2010 3:58PM

I have wondered that myself a time or too. I sit and think are you serious? to the scale, like it cares. I once remember when my gall bladder was removed and me leaving the hospital heavier than when I entered the hospital. And I thought how do I gain weight when they removed an organ. I will have a talk with your scale if you would like, I am sure it just needs an attitude adjustment. Report Inappropriate Comment

GRANDMAMAOF3 1/25/2010 3:54PM

I believe the added weight is fluid; with kidney problems, you may have retained a bit. Like the stones; it will pass. I know that has to be a miserable pain; my mom got them often. Hope you feel better soon! Report Inappropriate Comment

DJS-DEBBIE 1/25/2010 3:10PM

I am thinking stress response too. If our bodies react to increased exercise and the stress on our muscles by holding fluids, I have to think it is the same when one of our organs is stressed. It doesn't have to show in your ankles ~ it could be systemic. Give yourself a break this week. I am betting the scale will move along when you are feeling better. Report Inappropriate Comment

BETHSHEALTH 1/25/2010 1:52PM

I wonder what the stones themselves weigh? I know they are grain of sand size usually if they are letting you pass them but still... just wondering. Report Inappropriate Comment

LADYSUNBEAM 1/25/2010 1:33PM

When you are sick and in pain your body goes into another mode of its own. Especially if you have allowed this to stress you out. I know how disappointed you must be and frustrated as well my dear... you are doing all the right things and it will come off when you are feeling better. Hang in there just a little bit longer.. Sandra Report Inappropriate Comment

DAWNWATERWOMAN 1/25/2010 1:17PM

I'm so sorry Yvonne. I maintain that it is water retention. You did say that you're taking pain pills and that always makes me gain. I hope that you'll see those pounds melt away asap. Feel better my friend. Love, Dawn Report Inappropriate Comment

KIMBEEJ16 1/25/2010 1:13PM

Well, you obviously did not eat 7000 extra calories so you did not gain 2 lbs. of fat! Give your body a break...let it heal...be good to yourself. This is temporary and will soon come off. I went on a 4 day conference and sat mostly and I did eat good foods, but still managed to gain 2.5 lbs. I think my body's normal routine was just off and it didn't know how to respond. It's coming off again...to be expected and I'm not gonna go crazy about it. :) Feel better soon!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SECRETMUSIC 1/25/2010 1:01PM

Homeostasis and stress response...it happens. It will undo. I'm SO sorry you are dealing with such great pain. Prayers and good thoughts for you, my friend. Report Inappropriate Comment

LJRW170 1/25/2010 12:52PM

I hope you feel better soon. There's not much more miserable than kidney stones. As for the 2 pounds, I completely agree with what everyone else said. You're in pain, your body's in pain, it just has to react to it, and this might be how it does it. Take care! Report Inappropriate Comment

GLORIAB73 1/25/2010 12:09PM

I am feeling so badly for you Yvonne! So much pain and disappointment over gaining. But . . I wouldn't concentrate on the gain dear friend, concentrate on getting well again! So much going on with your body, nothing is going to be normal right now. Don't get discouraged, hang in there. When you are feeling better and your body is better, those couple of pounds will melt right off, I KNOW it! Gloria Report Inappropriate Comment

DS9KIE 1/25/2010 12:02PM

Hope you feel better real soon Report Inappropriate Comment

WALNUT5612 1/25/2010 11:47AM

You will lose your 2 lbs easy. You did everything right! Those 2 lbs will leave quickly! Report Inappropriate Comment

DRAGONFLY1974 1/25/2010 11:40AM

I'm with Dawn, if you are taking meds for the pain they can cause you to gain. So can allergy meds and a whole other slew of medicinal products no one considers. I, honestly, know where you are right now, the immense pain, the vomitting, the feeling like your back has been beaten with a 1000 baseball bats. Right now, just focus on getting those blasted stones out, don't stress about the scale. Your body is in shock and pain and it is never going to react the way you want it to! Also, your kidneys may be holding more fluid than normal, the stones block the path, the pain is from waste in your kidneys that is trapped causing the kidney to swell. Can you tell I've had them before? Just get better and put the scale away, you have enough to deal with! Weigh again after those little demons pass! Report Inappropriate Comment

HUGMONKEYMOM 1/25/2010 11:33AM

I'm with Karvy - you're in such a different 'state' right now that normal doesn't apply. Wait until your back to normal and pain free, then bother with the lousy scale. Healthy first. Weight loss second. Report Inappropriate Comment

KELLYC_14FAN 1/25/2010 11:32AM

I don't know about the two pound weight gain, but I am so sorry you are in pain!!! I really hope you feel better soon!! Take care of yourself. Comment edited on: 1/25/2010 11:33:05 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

KARVY09 1/25/2010 11:23AM

Sometimes the jacuzzi can cause swelling, and I have heard of "starvation mode" and the body kicking in to prevent weight loss. I'm sorry you are in pain right now, sweetheart. I think the best thing to do is to concentrate on getting back in the game and feeling normal again. The scale can wait! Feel better and lots of rest! Report Inappropriate Comment

RUN2MYDREAMS 1/25/2010 11:14AM

Maybe it's pertaining to your diabetes sinc eyou mentioned your sugar was high. You've got me stumped. I do agree w/DAWNMARIE09 about maybe the meds are causing it! Report Inappropriate Comment

EGRAMMY 1/25/2010 11:10AM

My guess is the 2 are not gained but just visiting until you can be active and healthy again. This article from Shape, 2002, might give some information?? http://findarticles.com/p/articles/ mi_m0846/is_9_21/ai_84599063/ The scale has a personality, I believe. I snuck a peek Sat and was distraught. So I ate licorice. Really stupid. Today is weight in day and I'm down one. So the up was just the scale messing with my mind and chuckling. Comment edited on: 1/25/2010 11:20:21 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

DAWNMARIE09 1/25/2010 10:49AM

Are you taking any pain medication? I've heard that narcotics can slow down weight loss. Just a thought? Report Inappropriate Comment

Don't Quit

Sunday, January 24, 2010

Don't Quit
Author Unknown

When things go wrong as they sometimes will;
When the road you're trudging seems all uphill;
When the funds are low, and the debts are high;
And you want to smile, but you have to sigh;
When care is pressing you down a bit
Rest if you must, but don't you quit.
Success is failure turned inside out;
The silver tint of the clouds of doubt;
And you can never tell how close you are;
It may be near when it seems afar.
So, stick to the fight when you're hardest hit
It's when things go wrong that you mustn't quit.

  

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MTNHIKER1971 1/25/2010 8:59AM

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DAWNWATERWOMAN 1/24/2010 10:56PM

A most excellent blog. I have this poem framed and on my living room wall. I hope that you're doing better my friend. You're in my prayers. Great talking to you this morning. Love, Dawn Report Inappropriate Comment

DEFIANTVEGAN 1/24/2010 9:13PM

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SECRETMUSIC 1/24/2010 8:51PM

NOPE! NOT ME! And I won't let you quit, either! Report Inappropriate Comment

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TEDYBEAR2838 1/24/2010 6:21PM

NEVER QUIT! I'm here and I'm not going ANYWHERE..... Report Inappropriate Comment

FUNNYGRANNY71 1/24/2010 5:26PM

I love that. Thank you for sharing it with us. Report Inappropriate Comment

LITTLESPARKLER 1/24/2010 5:20PM

Love it! Thanks :) Report Inappropriate Comment

USARUNNERGIRL 1/24/2010 4:50PM

Great poems and read. Thank you for sharing. Report Inappropriate Comment

PAR2GO 1/24/2010 4:01PM

Good thoughts. Thanks for sharing it. Report Inappropriate Comment

AMYISSUCCEEDING 1/24/2010 3:59PM

Thank you for sharing. Report Inappropriate Comment

JESSICA_0029 1/24/2010 3:27PM

Thanks for the inspiration today. Report Inappropriate Comment

L*I*T*A* 1/24/2010 1:52PM

well said ...............thanks for sharing............blessings and hugs..............lita Report Inappropriate Comment

LADYSUNBEAM 1/24/2010 1:36PM

Love it... where do you get this stuff? Thanks girlfriend ... Sandra Report Inappropriate Comment

DYNAMICDEB53 1/24/2010 1:35PM

great poem and even better with the images. You are so good at finding those visual reminders. Totally cool. Hugs Deb Report Inappropriate Comment

MARATHONGIRL29 1/24/2010 1:02PM

Thanks for sharing. I have read this before and its great. Cecelia Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBBIEANNE1124 1/24/2010 12:35PM

Thanks! I love this! Report Inappropriate Comment

GLORIAB73 1/24/2010 12:18PM

This is one of my favorites Yvonne ~ thank you for sharing, it's good to be reminded! Gloria Report Inappropriate Comment

ANNINTENNESSEE 1/24/2010 12:06PM

I am going to have to check out imagechef.com. Thanks for sharing this! Ann Report Inappropriate Comment

SUSAN134 1/24/2010 12:06PM

Thanks Yvonne! This is one of my all-time favorite pieces of inspirational poetry. Good to reread it. Hugs! Report Inappropriate Comment

EGRAMMY 1/24/2010 11:22AM

You say the right thing at the right time Report Inappropriate Comment

RUN2MYDREAMS 1/24/2010 11:20AM

Thanks for the subtle reminder Report Inappropriate Comment

DJS-DEBBIE 1/24/2010 11:08AM

Thanks! I needed that. Report Inappropriate Comment

It Couldn't Be Done

Saturday, January 23, 2010

It Couldn't Be Done
By Edgar A. Guest


Somebody said that it couldn't be done,
But he with a chuckle replied
That "maybe it couldn't," but he would be one
Who wouldn't say so till he'd tried.
So he buckled right in with the trace of a grin
On his face. If he worried he hid it.
He started to sing as he tackled the thing
That couldn't be done, and he did it.


Somebody scoffed: "Oh, you'll never do that;
At least no one ever has done it";
But he took off his coat and he took off his hat,
And the first thing we knew he'd begun it.
With a lift of his chin and a bit of a grin,
Without any doubting or quiddit,
He started to sing as he tackled the thing
That couldn't be done, and he did it.


There are thousands to tell you it cannot be done,
There are thousands to prophesy failure;
There are thousands to point out to you, one by one,
The dangers that wait to assail you.
But just buckle in with a bit of a grin,
Just take off your coat and go to it;
Just start to sing as you tackle the thing
That "cannot be done," and you'll do it.

  

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JESSICA_0029 1/24/2010 3:23PM

Thank you for sharing this poem!! Report Inappropriate Comment

LEAN-N-LEXY 1/24/2010 12:02PM

Edgar Guest has great inspirational stuff. Thanks for sharing that one. Report Inappropriate Comment

MTNHIKER1971 1/24/2010 3:21AM

Love it especially There are thousands to tell you it cannot be done, There are thousands to prophesy failure; There are thousands to point out to you, one by one, The dangers that wait to assail you. But just buckle in with a bit of a grin, Just take off your coat and go to it; Just start to sing as you tackle the thing That "cannot be done," and you'll do it. *************************** ***************** I would then add: and while you try, and you hit a bump in the road and all you want to do is give up you give a shout out to your friends who'll help out and together we will all go through it Great post Yvonne... Report Inappropriate Comment

DAWNWATERWOMAN 1/24/2010 1:44AM

I needed this tonight. Sorry that you're not feeling well. You're in my prayers. Love, Dawn Report Inappropriate Comment

AMYISSUCCEEDING 1/24/2010 12:45AM

I love your blogs. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful poem. Report Inappropriate Comment

USARUNNERGIRL 1/23/2010 8:55PM

Really cool poem, that you for sharing. Report Inappropriate Comment

TEDYBEAR2838 1/23/2010 8:54PM

YOU REALLY CAN!~ Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNYH99 1/23/2010 8:42PM

Far out! I loved the poem and how cool are those posters! Hope you're having a great weekend my dear. Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment

FUNNYGRANNY71 1/23/2010 7:44PM

Great blog. I think I am like a dog with a bone regarding changing to a healthy lifestyle. I am totally into it. Report Inappropriate Comment

LINDA25427 1/23/2010 7:32PM

Thanks for sharing !!! Report Inappropriate Comment

BETTYAHE 1/23/2010 6:46PM

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WILLOW49 1/23/2010 6:38PM

As always, a great blog! I'm singing, too :) My hubby told me it was too late...ha! I am proving him wrong daily! Report Inappropriate Comment

GLORIAB73 1/23/2010 6:19PM

I'm singing Yvonne, I'm singing! Report Inappropriate Comment

DARA52 1/23/2010 6:05PM

Where do you find this stuff? It's great!! Always look forward to your posts. Thanks, Dara Report Inappropriate Comment

JFROGDIVA 1/23/2010 3:59PM

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ANNINTENNESSEE 1/23/2010 3:32PM

Great poem! Thanks for sharing! Ann Report Inappropriate Comment

ANGELLACOLE 1/23/2010 1:39PM

I loved this one! The naysayers can say what they want - but I CAN DO THIS!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

DJS-DEBBIE 1/23/2010 12:49PM

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L*I*T*A* 1/23/2010 12:36PM

wonderful as always......have a great weekend.......blessings and hugs...........lita Report Inappropriate Comment

KATLIE 1/23/2010 12:33PM

Thanks for the encouragement! Report Inappropriate Comment

LADYSUNBEAM 1/23/2010 12:31PM

You come up with the best stuff... I loved this so much I read it to both the kids! Have a great Saturday my friend! Sandra Report Inappropriate Comment

LOSTINLOVE1226 1/23/2010 12:27PM

Hey I even went and reserved the book from the photo above... I am always looking for motivation and self help. :D Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBBIEANNE1124 1/23/2010 12:17PM

Great! Report Inappropriate Comment

DYNAMICDEB53 1/23/2010 12:14PM

Oh sweet!!! think that might even be a good team motto. Hugs amd smiles Deb Report Inappropriate Comment