You're amazing....and what a blessing that you have so many people in your life to rally around you in your time of need. :grouphug: I'm so glad you made it through that awful day and are still with us.

Praying

Definitely sign up for a local bee class. They are usually in the winter. Unless your son is big for his age, he will not be able to pick up a super filled with honey. They are quite heavy. And "nevergiveup" is right - it isn't cheap to start up. When we kept bees I once got my queen (nuc) from a guy who kept small hives. He wasn't interested in honey for himself, just protecting the bees. I'm not sure how he kept them through the winter, as it's been a long time since I bought from him. Apprenticing himself with someone is a good idea...although they may be reluctant because of your son's age. Contact your local beekeeping assoc.

I'm so sorry. I went through that with each of mine too. It's awful. Zofran worked okay, but nothing ever really took that miserable feeling away. I hope it doesn't last too long for you. Hang in there. It's hard but worth it. Just think about that little one you'll be holding. :grouphug:

I couldn't take it anymore so I called a local place who gives 30min neck and back massage. I dosed myself with ibuprofen and went. It's still there but so, so much better. Tonight I'll load up on ibuprofen again so I can really relax while sleeping.

:grouphug: I'm sorry. It must be awful.

by rolling over to turn off my alarm. I don't know which is more depressing; the pain or the manner in which I injured myself. I'm contemplating going for a massage, but don't know if I have time. The pain is getting worse though and giving me a headache.

no..no.. we all want the juicy details. :drool5:

If you think he's going to stay for a long time, I would recommend you rent for a year, so he can get his bearings... then buy. If he can find a 6 month rental that's even better, but probably not possible. If he' works in NW, then anywhere along the red line would be good. Silver Springs has some very nice places - or he could go a little further out and a little cheaper in Wheaton. Up the other side of the red Line (the red line is a big V with Union Station being the bottom point). You've got Rockville - lots of good options there. Bethesda is closer in but will be expensive.

This past Friday I didn't do as well as I'd like because we were traveling. I still kept it low (just over 1000cal)..but not as low as 5:2

how sweet. Congratulations.

I agree. I always enjoy reading how different practices are done in the various Christian traditions.

I'm sorry.. I don't have any advice either...but I hope you find some answers. Hugs

I hope this is the end of surgery AND that it is successful. I was thinking about you last week and wondering how you all are doing. How is your son?

how wonderful for you!! What great news.

yes, please post pictures. I'd go with the white (first picture) because it looks like it has a little grey in it. I have gold flecked granite counters and I hate the yellow tone.

Look into Cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety. Meds are great for when the attack is bad and they can't come down- but if you want them to learn behaviors that will help them avoid the attack then this should help. Also, in a pinch and until you can see a Dr., my 2 with anxiety swear by Bach's Rescue Remedy. Its usually available at a health food stores - like Whole Foods. We use the spray. It really helps. But, its only a band aid. Amazon sells it too.

I'm going to try this too. Doing strictly lowcarb has not been working for weight loss for about 6months. I feel better, but my weight keeps going up and up. I am convinced that now that I'm 50 I need to pay closer attention to calories...but that is hard. I do a lot of "boredom snacking", especially in the afternoon and evening. It's always LC - but not low cal. It will be an adjustment. Like Milovany, I'm going to take advantage of the fasting days within the EO tradition and do my 500 cal for Weds/Fridays. I'm not sure how successful I'll be today, since I'm adjusting. I also find I do much better if I track my eating - so I'm back on Myfitnesspal. So far... steel-cut oats with a little milk and SF Syrup - 2TB. It was actually too sweet. So next time I'll do 1TB. 178Calories. 1TB peanut butter - 95cal Also, having read recently about Splenda and other sugar substitutes has got me concerned. I've had gut problems for some time, so I'm trying to figure out how to change that WOE too.

oh yes, absolutely. I would love to take a cheesemaking class myself. Please report back.

yes, we plan to downsize and find a house more senior friendly. I want to avoid assisted living as long as possible. We're planning to move out of state because the taxes are far too high here. I want a place that is quiet and peaceful, near the mountains. It would be nice to be centrally located near the kids, but I suspect that will be hard to pull off in reality.

yay!! so glad you're back.

I wonder if there's any way to gently and politely say "whoa there, isn't that a little bit of overkill?" 49 is over the top..I agree, you won't be the only on unfollowing her.

I get it - I was always the tallest person in my class until about 11th or 12th grade. No one wants to date the tall girl. Nothing ever fit me right. Back then it was very hard/impossible to find clothes for tall girls. I wore men's jeans for years until Lane Bryant and JC Penney's started carrying tall pants. There are more tall people these days and more and more fashion lines cater to them...but it wasn't always that way. And even now long-sleeves don't fit right. They usually come up above my wrists. It definitely messes with your self-esteem. I can't imagine how much harder it was for her given her career of choice. She's very beautiful. I hope I can look half that good when I'm 62. I wish my gray hair looked like that too. It makes me look tired and washed out. She looks stunning.

I agree. It was a hard show to watch... the strength of the acting and compelling writing is what kept me coming. The subject matter was distressing and so very sad.

I agree... How wonderful this mom went out on a limb and was honest with you. That takes guts. I'd probably bring her in on trying to help you supervise this and calling your dd out when she's being mean. I'm sure your heartbroken :grouphug: So sorry you have to go through this. I like the idea of talking to your dd about ideas to fix the problem. And, I'd keep her away from the bad influence. She's far too young to handle it on her own with such a strong personality pushing her.