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I am thinking that perhaps the pain is coloring my outlook more than I have suspected. At least I am hoping that is so ... because I tear up much too quickly and am feeling very, very inefficient and frustrated!!! ARGHH!!!
Of course, last night I did not sleep well. I don't sleep soundly on pain meds. It is sort of a twilight sleep, weird dreams, lots of waking up. I think this pain is better than the pain BEFORE they pulled the tooth. All went well yesterday. Major infection going on though and getting the anesthesia was quite painful. I LOVE my new dentist though. He was gentle, explained everything he was doing, has a sense of humor, so if there is a silver lining to this cloud it is that I have found a new dentist.
Our meeting/training yesterday at work was great. I'm actually anxious to learn more and practice implementing these strategies. I have the perfect family to do it with this morning. Lots and lots and lots of sweets on our potluck table. I did pretty good. I did a taste of a couple of the yummy things (a little piece of bagel, a bite of brownie, and a little bit of peach cobbler) but overall I stuck to my meat and cheese and whatever other protein I could locate on the table. But ...
scale was UP again today!!! I've been back on track for more than 2 weeks and I have virtually lost NOTHING!!!???!!! I had one Chobani yogurt last night. That was it. Is this tooth trauma impacting my ability to lose weight???
Again, really, what choice do I have except to carry on. I'll keep doing the Pilates, keep watching what I am eating and hope the dam breaks loose at some point and the scale actually declines.
Everything has to look brighter once this dental drama heals up and is over. In the mean time, I'll put on my happy face for my clients and be as kind as I can to myself.
Here I go!!!
Diet Calendar Entries for 26 July 2012:
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940 kcal
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Fat: 22.08g | Prot: 73.63g | Carb: 110.36g.
Breakfast: Swiss Cheese, Egg. Lunch: Nonfat Vanilla Greek Yogurt, Bananas . Dinner: Nonfat Apple Cinnamon Greek Yogurt. Snacks/Other: Low Fat Ice Cream Cups - Dulce de Leche, Nonfat Blueberry Greek Yogurt. more...
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2871 kcal
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Activities & Exercise:
Driving - 2 hours, Pilates - 1 minute, Resting - 6 hours and 59 minutes, Sleeping - 8 hours, Desk Work - 7 hours. more...
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Glad that your tooth has been taken care of and equally as important, you found a dentist you love. Maybe you're not losing because you aren't really eating enough? I mean with your tooth hurting it must have been hard to eat. Concentrate on feeling better and then maybe the scale will be friendlier.
26 Jul 12 by member: davidsmom
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Oh Carol ...... what can I say? Life sucks at times. I am so sorry the scale isn't cooperating. As you say, perhaps because your body is fighting this major infection and the pain that it is too busy/traumatized to give up the weight. It may need the weight as a sheild? Or that could just be bullshit trying to comfort you (smile) I hear you about feeling, tired, exhaused, dead. This sucks. And I think we know its the extended stress. I have only been dealing with stress for the past month, or so, with Keith's illness and the possibility of losing my job (happily that's over now too). And I think all of that just sucks the life out of everyone. I have gone to bed early 2 nights this week and feel guilty doing it. Keith is home alone all day and then I come home dragged out and shitty and fall into bed by 9pm. Not much companionship but I can't get up at 5am and go to bed at 11. I just can't. Anyway, hoping today is better for you, hoping the pain is lesser. Congrats on a new dentist you like, that makes ALL the difference. Hoping you have a day as wonderful as you, because you are wonderful. Big hugs.
26 Jul 12 by member: sarahsmum
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So glad your tooth is not there to cause you any more pain..So glad you found a good dentist..I did too and he is a sweetie..I was just hoping to not have to see him again until January..LOL..Have an awesome day..smile...:O)
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Keep going Carol and try to stay positive. You know your tooth is on the mend now and you will be sleeping and feeling better very soon. As far as the scale..You know the scale sucks...lol plain and simple it sucks and is a poor indication of how you are doing. If I listened to the scale I would be really depressed because in 8 weeks I have only lost a couple pounds but now my clothes are a different story and they will be for you too. Use your clothes as a measure. They are the true indication of how you are doing. Don't give up Carol. I need you here. Glad you learned some new techniques and hope you can put them to use to help the family you are seeing today.
26 Jul 12 by member: chattycathy1955
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I do think when you have an injury or an infection the body holds onto everything. What if you put the scale away for a few days and just ate when you were hungry the good foods that are healthy (the k8 method) then see where you are. The scale is a tool- use it if it helps, if it discourages progress lose it for awhile!
26 Jul 12 by member: sharonfriz
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Are you eating enough calories? I realize its hard to do with a sore mouth, but you should try something. When I got 2 wisdom teeth pulled, I drank a lot of whole milk. Just nook it in the microwave for 20 seconds so its not to cold, and drink it. Good luck - I'm sure your weight loss stall is due to the tooth - Just keep up your good work, and you'll see the results soon!!
26 Jul 12 by member: MomofTwoGirls
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I don't know if I am eating enough calories or not. What is enough? I'm on soft food only for 48 hours so that shouldn't be too big a deal. I appreciate the encouragement and all the ideas. I was feeling pretty good ... now my mouth hurts again. I'm sure it's just healing and I'm tired. I'm going to try to unpack the rest of my office and then head home. Bought a nice steak for the hubby for dinner. It's his birthday. ): I can't eat steak!!! LOL!!! But he and my mom can!!
26 Jul 12 by member: madaboutmoose
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