RD's life diary: I'm back (sort of)

[Russiandoll]

Sheesh I feel like I've been on the razzle! :sigh:

I couldn't unwind last night so ended up going to bed some time after 1am. Then I lay there unable to sleep until almost 2.30 Kept waking up throughout what was left of the night and then woke up at 7am, couldn't get back to sleep so thought I might as well give up and come downstairs.

I know what's done it - worry about my dad's results today. I was like this last week when the hospital rang up and cancelled the appointment. I hope they don't do it again - I couldn't bear going through this again.

My dad is very, very ill - his cancer is terminal already (prostate and bone) and he's in considerable pain most of the time, even with his morphine patches. If the mass in his lung turns out also to be cancer then it won't change the already bleak prognosis but it'll just make what's left of his life even more awful. I'm terrified that my dear dad will suffer horribly towards the end - he doesn't deserve it. I doubt if they'll offer treatment if it is cancer - just pallative care is my guess.

His appointment is at 1.30 so if anyone want to send some positive vibes into the cosmos at that time, then there's a very scared 'little girl' here who will very much appreciate them.

 

[Eclipse]

Will be thinking of you today hun xxx

 

[Barb]

Sending every positive vibe I can lay hands on - if love could do the trick you'd be fine and so would your dear Dad. Hope all is not as bad as you fear.

Much love

 

[clairejen]

((((HUGS))))

 

[pandora]

will be thinking of you & your dad later.
If your dad is still in pain even with his patches, tell the doctors, make them up his dose. If he is terminal the least they can do is allow him to be comfortable.
hugs & love
xx

 

[IreneH]

I will be thinking of you all this afternoon.
Big ((((hugs)))) Debbie

Irene xx

 

[wannabeminime]

I hope today goes as smoothly as it can RD.

 

[canireallydothis!!]

thinking of you hun x

 

[kandy]

Thinking of you Debbie, Hope you and your family are ok .
Take care love Julie x

 

[Starlight]

Hope you get good news this afternoon...

*HUGS*

 

[Russiandoll]

A very quick post as I'm about to leave for Plymouth.

My dad has a very large (baby sized) tumour in his chest which is inoperable because of his failing health with his other cancers. It's extremely rare - the doctor hasn't ever seen one like it.

My dad still maintains his sense of humour though ... he looked the doctor straight in the eye and, with a serious look on his face said
"Dr ***, do you think that, in view of this diagnosis, I should cancel my application to run in the London Marathon next year?"

Chuckles all round. He's such a trooper, my dad.

If I get the chance, I'll post from Plymouth - if not, catch you when I get back on Wednesday.

 

[Karen]

ahhh ur dad sounds great. u r all so "there" for eachother and that must be a wonderful tonic for him.

sooo...u may have left by now but if not, see u tomorrow!! woohooo! have a safe journey xxxx

 

[Russiandoll]

Just a flying visit as I'm still at DD2's house.

Wi result for the end of week 1 is .... 9lb

I'm pretty darned pleased as I've just been 'calorie aware' (not pedantic) along with my regular 1/2 grapefruit before each meal - nothing revolutionary. I feel I've eaten well and enjoyed what I've had. Most of the time I've stuck to healthy options but I've had a 'treat' every day (mainly a Freddo or mini milky bar) so I'm actually shocked I lost so much.

I've had a few indulgences whilst on holiday here with my daughter but certainly don't feel the desire to thrash myself over it. I know that my weight loss will settle down to a more modest rate from now on but that's OK ... if it takes a year to lose my remaining 6st then so be it.

One happy bunny here

 

[Karen]

wow well done debbie! 9lb is amazing, especially as u have been having choccy treats well done. was great to meet u on saturday. xxxxxxxx

 

[Mini]

Debbie, 9lbs. is exciting weight loss!!!

Well done!

Love Mini xxx

 

[pandora]

thats really good news Debbie, keep up the good work
xx

 

[Barb]

Thats fantastic Debbie - well done. Just shows that you are not the 'unable to diet without CD' person that you thought you were! Yippee, breakthrough! So pleased for you and that you sound so chilled about it. I am sure this is going to see you get to where you want to be without you feeling too much pressure.

Have a good day.

Love

 

[IreneH]

Well done Debbie. Fantastic week for weight loss
Irene xx

 

[Eclipse]

Wow hun, what can I say! Brilliant result.

Enjoy the rest of your holibubs with the family, speak to you soon xxxx

 

[Isis]

Just a flying visit as I'm still at DD2's house.

Wi result for the end of week 1 is .... 9lb

I'm pretty darned pleased as I've just been 'calorie aware' (not pedantic) along with my regular 1/2 grapefruit before each meal - nothing revolutionary. I feel I've eaten well and enjoyed what I've had. Most of the time I've stuck to healthy options but I've had a 'treat' every day (mainly a Freddo or mini milky bar) so I'm actually shocked I lost so much.

I've had a few indulgences whilst on holiday here with my daughter but certainly don't feel the desire to thrash myself over it. I know that my weight loss will settle down to a more modest rate from now on but that's OK ... if it takes a year to lose my remaining 6st then so be it.

One happy bunny here

Fantastic loss girl!!!