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Its been a while since I journaled something! I seem to only have time to post here and there to my FS buddies journals...I'll need to make more time for myself as well!
3 pounds lost this week! That’s a total of 37.6 pounds lost! I am soooooo close to the 160's! =) =)
Went for blood work this morning, and feeling light headed. Started the last cycle of fertility shots for this IUI this past Wednesday, went in for blood work Friday, and they told me that my levels were still lower than what they would like to see, so they upped my meds from 150…to 375. I'm not too hopeful the results will be any better with this mornings tests…but we shall see. I would just like to get past this point (seems to always happen…go in for two tests, then they tell me to stop because my body isn't reacting the way it needs to). If it doesn't happen this time, we are going to take a month off and then start the donor egg process in September (Can't do IVF, if we can't even complete an IUI cycle). Definitely feeling down today, not sure if its because I feel light headed, or it could be all the hormones being pumped in me (225 more than usual this time!). Today is going to be a struggle, I can just feel it.
On BEACH news though, I was really good this weekend, had lots of temptations, but made sure to keep my head in check! I even looked up some new recipes to make things a little more interesting. Last night I made a sautéed Portabella Mushroom/onion wrap, on lavash bread, Garlic Herb Light spread, mesculin greens, tomato (less than 4 points). Was really good…and filling! I'm also making a Chicken Marsala tonight…I'll let you know how that turns out :)
Did I mention the 3 pounds?!?! Hahaha =)
Have a great day! =)
Diet Calendar Entry for 28 July 2008:
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862 kcal
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Fat: 18.44g | Prot: 42.09g | Carb: 144.68g.
Breakfast: Weight Watchers Yogurt, blueberries, strawberries, Fiber One. Lunch: Salisbury Steak. Snacks/Other: giant bar, gerbs. more...
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congrats on the diet front...and i am so sorry about the baby issues...let me know if i can help you...
28 Jul 08 by member: veggies yuk
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Wow. Great job on the 3 down!!!! That's awesome!!! I wish I had your will power when it comes to temptations over the weekends..............On the fertility side of things: We are praying for good results. I rember being pumped full of hormones, and they made me feel funky. The one time while I was still working, I kept getting nausous (i can't spell). A customer of mine was a nurse, and told me to have a cotton ball with a little rubbing alcohol on it. When the nausea came around, just take a little sniff. And the weird thing was, that it did take my yucky feeling away for a while..........You are a very strong person. Hang in there. You also have a very wonderful supportive husband, which always helps. And the GREEN SEA TURTLES are here for you too. :-)...............Your Pal, Julie
28 Jul 08 by member: Albright777
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Way to go with the awesome weight loss! We are praying for you and gbags to get the desired results that you want with the fertility and baby. You know we are here for you guys!
Meagan
28 Jul 08 by member: washingm
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Hey girl! Great job on the three pounds! Just out of curiosity with the fertility thing...are they doing ultrasounds through all of this? I know when I was doing the clomid and shots...they did lots of ultrasounds and a couple of blood tests, then when we went to straight shots, lots of ultrasounds and more blood tests. Maybe your body is just reacting slower than they want it to hormone wise. Just thought maybe you could suggest they do ultrasounds to check on your follicles, how they are maturing etc. I am praying hard for you guys! Taking a break while Josh is gone has definitely gotten me out of the sad mode I was in. Those hormones are hard to deal with! Hang in there hun!
28 Jul 08 by member: mrsbarker
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Chin up girly... you're doing so great on the weight front!! :) The hormones are really killer... hang in there, you'll make it!! :)
28 Jul 08 by member: bullytrouble
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Sorry to hear about your troubles... I know you'll get through it! You are doing awesome on the weight loss. Everything else will come together for you. Try to pull yourself out of the funk and smile :-) We love ya!
28 Jul 08 by member: katrinat
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Thanks for all the words of encouragment everyone =) Mrsbaker...yup...have been doing the ultrasounds, and still no increase. Just got a call for my results this morning, and they still don't see an increase in folicles. The surprise is that this time they didn't say to stop (typically they do at this point)...but instead I need to take the max med's of 450...hahah my poor hubby! I am already an emtional wreck this past weekend, and today...and that was at 375...I can't imagine what 450 is going to do to me! oh well. I'm eating well still...and keeping on track with the food. I just feel really tired right now. Keep your fingers crossed for an increase for Thursday's tests...I just want to be able to have at least one cycle complete!
28 Jul 08 by member: Cheeks
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Oh my gosh...so many hormones! At least for now they are telling you to keep going! That is at least somewhat of an improvement! Hang in there and don't stress too much k? Let's hope for a full complete cycle this time!
28 Jul 08 by member: mrsbarker
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wow! You've got quite a bit on your plate, and yet you're handling everything so beautifully! great job on still keeping to your weight loss goals despite the other stresses, awesome news on the weight loss!, great meals and recipes (thanks for the tips!), and thanks for being a great buddy to me and to everyone! I'll keep my fingers crossed for ya for some good news on the fertility front!
28 Jul 08 by member: 08willbegreat
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BTW, Caged Liberty and I want to ask you where do you buy the lavash bread? I've looked for it everywhere including trader joe's and can't seem to find it anywhere! Also, is your portobello wrap recipe around here somewhere? It sounds delish--I'd love to try it!
28 Jul 08 by member: 08willbegreat
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You are doing awesome! Congrats on the 3 lbs. Your new recipe ideas sound wonderful. I'll be sending prayers your way on the fertility front. Good luck to you!
28 Jul 08 by member: chefchristabug
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Congrats on the 3 lb loss! Woohooo! I'm praying for your fertility treatments to work for you this time. Your portobello wrap sounds divine! Try to keep your spirits up. I'll be thinking about you!
29 Jul 08 by member: evelyn64
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