I ended up not going to the Redi Room for dinner. I am taking Keflex and it is messing with my belly. Dave made dinner which was NY Steak, Baked potato and salad. It was really good. I so rarely eat red meat anymore that it is a treat when I do. It was tender and done perfectly. Watched Idol and BL and I was grazing throughout the evening so I barely etched out a deficit.
I got on the scale this morning and it said 261. I am not happy about it. I like what Erika said yesterday though "Don't worry too much about your weight, at the moment. Medications and fluids given and so forth are going to futz with your numbers for a bit. Just eat as you normally do, getting lots of protein for healing and concentrate on recovering and taking care of yourself." I will give myself a reprieve this week but I was down to 256 during the week so it was frustrating to see that number again.
Heard back from the SCC Adoption Agency and they got my paperwork (I just sent it Monday!) and the next step is to make an appt. to go down to their office and have them witness me signing a form called Consent to Contact. This allows the birth parent(s) to contact me if they are ever interested. If they have filled one out then the agency can provide me with the contact info. If they have not filled one out then I will have to petition the Superior court to open the original records. I am still undecided on how to proceed with that part. One step at a time I guess.
I am going to be dog sitting for the next few days starting tomorrow. This is just a short trip and they will be home Saturday afternoon. I always get thrown off schedule when I dog sit but I love the dog and the family so I always say yes. I mean how can I say no to this sweet boy?
The key will be for me to be prepared ahead of time with my clothes and meds and stuff. Hopefully I can get a bag packed tonight and will be good to go in the a.m. I will most likely have leftover chicken for dinner tonight. Until next time...
what a cute dog! That's going to be so fun :) don't stress the scale, you're doing great!
ReplyDeleteKatie, you know that's fake weight! (You know I know it's frustrating... how many times will I see "18" before I never see it again?) I think the dogsitting is just what the doctor ordered for some good stress relief!
ReplyDeleteDon't worry about what the scale read Katie. You are doing so many things right and those healthy habits are what matters most as they will serve you well in the months to come. I just did a post all about the scale today. I hope you will stop by and read it.
ReplyDeleteThe adoption paperwork and how to go forward must be weighing heavy on your heart. I know you will figure out what which way to go. Listen to your heart.
What a cute dog. Enjoy your time with your little friend.
I agree I wouldn't worry about the weight. Meds. do throw everything off.
ReplyDeleteThat dog is to cute. I understand why you can't say no.
I hope everything with regards to the adoption works out. You are in my thoughts and prays as I have never been in your shoes so can only imagine everything you must be going through....
Yeah - the weight is temporary. Drink gobs of water to flush all the crap out. It does feel discouraging though, to see a number go up a few :( . But you really are doing so much right that your success is inevitable.
ReplyDeleteIt must be cute dog day because I also posted a picture of a friend's bulldog puppy. They're so ugly they're adorable!
What a cutie!!! I'd want that puppy too. :)
ReplyDeleteMedications can wreak havoc on weight. Don't get too sad!
You're totally right. Just keep going and healing and it will come right back off. You're doing great. Keep going.
ReplyDeleteI would not worry about the temporary weight gain, because that's all it is. Retaining water, etc.
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I'm right there with ya on the scale frustration. I had to weigh several hours off schedule this week & I'm sure that's what through my numbers off. Even though I know that's the likely cause, it still had me in a funk til I forced myself to snap out of it. Have fun dog sitting... he is adorable! :)
ReplyDeleteFake weight - love Helen's term! She's right, but boy is it frustrating to see that higher number again. At least you know it's not real.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute dog! Enjoy your animal therapy! :)
Not worrying about the number right now sounds like a plan :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute dog! Good luck with everything. Medications, etc ... can really futz with ya. It won't stop you. :D
ReplyDeleteHi Katie. Looks like a lovely doggie! Hope your dog sitting goes well.
ReplyDeleteBearfriend xx
Katie you look slim in your newest progress pic! Have fun with the pup-I was just thinking the other day how great it would be to have a furry walking partner!
ReplyDeleteYou have come this far with the process don't stop now. Take a deep breath be brave and go for it. Finding out is your birth right IMO. If I lived there with you I would go with you to be your support but I am with you in spirit and prayer!
ReplyDeleteTake Care.... I hope you find a miracle their info on file that would be the best:) If I can do more you have my email...
That is one adorable pup! And just focus on healing right now, and feeding your body healing (healthy) stuff, and then you can get back on the weight loss.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the pooch! And hang in there -- keep at it, and the weight will come off.
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Try to suspend your expectation/belief for just a little while longer, and I am positive you will see the results on that damn scale of yours. Measure weight loss through other me forms like inches and how well clothing is fitting etc.
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i.want.that.dog!
ReplyDeletei darent even get on the scale
thanks for the support missus x
i LOVE when dogs *smile*
ReplyDeleteKeep at it, theres a few of us struggling right now, we know whats right, it will all slot in soon enough
I just discovered your blog through Jack Sh*t. I sleep with a CPAP too. Damn I hate that thing.
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