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Week 6: A Weeee setback! And a huge issue on the horizon

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

OK- I knew this wasn't going to go perfectly. My foot (plantar fascitis) has been KILLING me lately. Last Tuesday night I did Jazzercize, but halfway through, It hurt so bad, I had to quit. It was a busy workweek, and social too, so I was always on my feet, and my poor foot go no rest. I did not do any exercise the rest of last week, or over the weekend hoping to improve it. I am taking an anti-inflammatory, but so far, no relief. I got a cortisone shot a couple or three weeks ago, but it has not helped. Very frustrating!!!! emoticon'
I had every intention of going to Zumba yesterday, but hubby had to have surgery to have a port removed from his chest, and he couldn't really be left alone. I do have Jazzercize scheduled tonite, and plan to go. Wish me luck!

I've been doing pretty well with the eating. Due to the gallstones (good news--- no surgery needed yet!), I am eating more fruits and vegetables, and high fiber foods. I haven't had a fast food meal in weeks! Yay me! emoticon

Unfortunately, I really still haven't lost any weight. Could be my nightly wines emoticon But the Dr. said it was ok to keep those for now. Hey- gotta have SOME vices!

Huge issue: I am trying to deal with the fact that my mother may soon lose her house. She wants to move in with either me or my sister, but that isn't something I can deal with! First, she is broke, and won't work. Someone has ALWAYS bailed her out of any jam . I have my hands full with my hubby trying to recover from cancer and 2 auto- immune disordes. THere have been complications we seem to deal with daily and we really don't have a spare room. It would be impossible for me to also try to care for my mother who is EXTREMELY stubborn and opinionated, and will not contribute to the household if she moves in. She has no income, and no savings. My sister has already said she can't move in with her. My nephew has a spare room, but mom does not want to live in a house with a new baby.

If anyone has suggestions, please let me know. I'm all out! emoticon
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MARTHROID 5/15/2012 9:31PM

    I just started back with Sparkpeople and wanted to check in with you. Sounds like you are overwhelmed with "stuff". I hope things have gotten a little better since this was written, but I haven't seen a blog since. Did your mother move in? How is your hubby? That is so difficult when your spouse is suffering. How is your foot?

I hope you have some relief. I'm over here wishing good thoughts for you. emoticon

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PRAIRIECROCUS 4/5/2012 2:12AM

    Maybe your Mom will fall in love with your nephew's new baby !
Perhaps her maternal instincts will kick in, and she will love to
do some of the million-and-one things that have to be done, with
the new-born !

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HELEN_BRU 3/29/2012 9:21AM

    Sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do!

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BOVEY63 3/27/2012 9:24PM

    I am so sorry you are dealing with so much right now. Lots of prayers for you and your family.
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BLUE42DOWN 3/27/2012 5:36PM

    I would stick to your guns and say "I'm sorry, but no", even if it is the harshest of tough love. Don't feel obligated to give excuses. (Giving the reasons and excuses to her or others in the family simply opens argument as an option.)

It's tough, especially facing down a parent, but sometimes it's necessary for our sanity.

Just a thought - how are the prices on renting rooms in your area? Is it a feasible option for you and your sister (and any other siblings?) to contribute a small portion each toward a room for her to stay for a few months with a clear deadline by which she has to cover it herself or notice will be give and she'll have to find something else?

In addition, perhaps looking around at the community and church options to assist in a case like this - becoming homeless, not employed - and giving her the information. That would help you know that you've done more than enough, that the ball is in her court and SHE holds final responsibility.

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