I am afraid of the results--because-----I have been eating whatever I want--for a very long time--not using the scales--buying whatever my heart desires---and----- I'm telling you, when one is lying on the table, on your side, and you see your poor old heart slushing and slugging--working hard-- reality faces you--right in your face-- I felt so bad for my heart---chugging along--and--- (Lordy, I hope it is not too late)--- I promised my heart, right in front of me, on the screen--that--I WOULD CHANGE MY EATING HABITS---I WOULD GET ON THE SCALES--- AND I WOULD LOSE WEIGHT -- I know I resemble "Bertha Blimp"----now-- I HAVE GAINED WEIGHT --
I asked the Lady operating the machine, if it all looked OK-- I wanted her to say--"YES"------This was her reply--"Please do not talk to me as I must get all these pictures right."---- I immediately shut my mouth, closed my eyes --and prayed--- "Please God if I ever get off this table , I will not buy anymore ice cream and limit the yogurts."
I thought the above, quite funny, but so true----I guess because I listen to a great many people who do not hesitate to dole out advice--and I usually stand there and listen--(I know they mean well)-and I never say much--- when one is "older than old"--- one usually just keeps quiet and smiles---
We are strong women--- We have developed the courage to keep going-- Now, if I can just shut my mouth , and get to the grocery , I can return and read my book later on, on the sofa--- and then get back to exercise-- To-day I hope that you all think of yer heart-- whooshing and slushing away-- hoping that you will only open the mouth for healthy foods over the holidays-- You never want to be lying on a table , like I was- wishing you had never bought all those sweets--
Now --repeat after me--------
Good advice this morning - "think thin" - don't overdo eating at Christmas celebrations! I think portion control has helped me to keep my weight down - I eat what I want, but just measure out small amounts and it seems to work - except the EGGNOG! Never should have bought it, but it tastes so good! I have a little glass and then I find myself having another little glass again later! hahaha! Oh well, it will soon be gone and I will not buy myslef anymore Holiday treats! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers that you get the results from your heart test soon and that all is well! And thanks for blogging every single day! I really enjoy reading about you and your daily adventures!
ReplyDeleteOh Sandra---You are the best!!---Portion control is a really good way to deal with the food-- I agree!---- I could eat what I want but tiny amounts---I do not expect that eco thing to come back with favourite results----but-- we shall see--thank-you for thanking me for blogging-- Thank yu for reading about the daily adventures--Lordy Be! Life is a challenge isn't it?-Lynda
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ReplyDeleteMy good friend has a heart murmur. I think that it is more common than we think. I think my Mom did as well. She lived a long and healthy life until the arthritis became ugly.
Yup, we keep our traps shut. That made me laugh out loud!
I have logged my food for 946 days on My fitness pal. It keeps me honest. I have my favorites that is recorded. Even meals when I go to lunch. It allows me to maintain. I really need to lose another 10 pounds, but, Tis the season! Ha ha
As soon as I hit Medicare age, I had to have a heart ultrasound. So interesting, and yes scary. Everything came out fine. I hope that all turns out well for you as well. I’ll be anxious for your results.
Enjoy your day. Hope that you get some relaxation time!
Jacquie
Jacquie---- yes I listen to all my kids advice--lots of it-- and I do think about it--but -- then I smile--They mean well--=-Yu know--logging the food really is a great idea--I must go back to that-Lynda-
DeleteLoved the inserts...knowing someone is an ass before they speak made me giggle...its true.
ReplyDeleteBack to SparkPeople days when I first knew you...I have maintained many of the healthy habits. I do log my food for honesty and I don't intentionally eat sugar. I also attend senior fitness classes 4 days a week. You are active in your home as Sadie and walking dogs. Start slow in making changes so you can stick with it. For me i remind myself its only for this day I won't have the unhealthy thing, not for the rest of my life. Small efforts yield big results if done consistently.
Hoping and praying for good test results.
Take care
Hugs
Great advice Margene----- Hope I can keep up the exercise and the eating healthy plan now till these extra pounds go -- Lynda
DeleteSweet friend...my heart, my cholesterol, my blood pressure...that's why I try to eat vegan. Nuts (small handful a day), beans, etc. AND PLANTS for protein, lots of fruit a veggies, absolutely NO ANIMAL FAT. Good fats, avocado, nuts and seeds, in moderation. Plant based butter (you probably won't know the difference). When I started eating like this, my cholesterol and BP dropped, my type 2 diabetes disappeared, weight went from 253 to 135. My son is a plant based doctor, the head of cardiology in that hospital that Warren Buffet supports in Monterey, CA. He has saved people from death and surgery by recommending a plant based diet. Animal fats are the worst culprit. Sugar in moderation isn't as bad. I have not given up sweets. Oreos are the only commercially popular vegan cookie (no animal stuff in them). I have the peanut butter ones dunked in coffee. For ice cream, Ben and Jerry's has wonderful plant based ones made from almond milk. Not quite as 'creamy,' but the taste is wonderful. There's a brand made with oat milk, too.
ReplyDeleteOf course exercise is important, too, but you get plenty of that.
It will be interesting to see your results. I have had to get that done, too. The laying there still for so long is agony.
Praying for you and yours. Sending light and love, too.
Advice? I'm with you. Listen respectfully and, if it resonates with you, do it. If not...say thanks and forget it.
Enjoy your outing, honey, and rather than worry...try to trust...your guidance, your medical team and God. {{{HUGS}}}
OK--- I must try to eat healthier--no animal fat-- dunno if I can do that--but--I really do not care for meat---Great advice you have here--and I am trying not to worry--trust -- Love yu girl, Lynda
DeleteSent you a link to my son...to see some of his stuff. Doesn't show the article her about when he did the marathon last year, he saved 2 men's lives after they collapsed with heart attacks while running with him.
DeleteIt's Kathy. I am praying that the results will be good but yes, we all could do better with our eating. I keep saying I want to fix healthier meals but it's so time consuming to even think about it. And I would imagine that with all the stress you live with on a daily basis, food becomes your comfort place. My doctor has asked me to eat yogurt every day - I don't drink milk or eat very much dairy at all. So I'm trying. Those small Activia yogurts are manageable for me! I like your idea of relaxing on the couch with your book this afternoon! That was my yesterday afternoon and it felt wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI do like the activia yogurts also--and my book is interesting-on the sofa in the afternoon-Lynda-
DeleteMy dear, it is so hard to wait for results of such important tests. BUT that's all we can do. I hate it when the tech cannot answer your questions, but they really can't, unfortunately. **SIGH** We wait.
ReplyDeleteIn the meantime, DO keep up your resolve to eat better, exercise, take good care of yourself. YOU are worth it.
HUGS and all good wishes.
barb
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Thanks Barb--- At least I did not have the sciatica this --The Dreadmill--only 10 minutes solved that--Lynda
DeleteFunny how sitting with the machine beeping at you will make you resolve to do better with the things you CAN control. I'm the same here and have been having very similar conversations with myself as the scale hasn't been smiling much lately.
ReplyDeleteShake it off, and move on!
(( hugs )) and hope the results aren't as scary as you might fear!
Barb--- Looks like the body has added more fat--Lord love a Duck!I I shall take it off--AGAIN_Lynda
DeleteHi Lynda: You certainly get lots of exercise. I would think your test results aren't going to be terrible. The techicians aren't allowed to say anything - it has to come from the doctor so hopefully that doesn't take a long time. As the saying above says strong women can dust themselves off and start all over again. So do what you need to do for yourself. Relax tonight and play the piano. Hugs Brenda
ReplyDeleteBrenda-I do hate waiting--but--also hope all is well-Lynda
DeleteIt was another nice and sunny day in Ohio. I am sorry you are waiting these results. It is so hard to sit, wait and wonder. Especially, during the holidays we have so many other things on our mind. Hope you get your great results soon so your mind can relax. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteI hope so too--also hope all is OK--- Lynda
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