Kerri's Journey

Lapband update 020810

2010-02-07T19:02:00.002-06:00

Just got done making some protein bars, per suggestion from my GGF Biggest Loser Personal Trainer. Sittin watching The Who Superbowl Half Time Show trying to figure out why they always have the old farts perform. Love the music, don't get me wrong.....just don't get it.

Anyway. i'm working harder than I ever have at this get healthy weight loss life style and i'm gonna be honest. I'm frustrated, but refuse to let it screw up all i've worked so hard for. I will press on, and I will continue to try harder than I did last week. Haven't lost any weight yet, starting our 4th week tomorrow. Well....lost 3, gained 1 so i'm still 2 pounds down, but that doesn't really mean anything to me at this stage of the game.

Press on!
Kerri

lapband update 011210

2010-01-12T21:41:00.002-06:00

I find that I spend a couple days thinking about what I should put into words in my blog and the thing that keeps going thru my head is.......no matter what, the weight loss journey is difficult and it takes commitment day in and day out. We are kicking off our Greater Grand Forks Biggest Loser contest at work with Center Court Fitness and tho I'm not in it to win, but to help others be a winner by losing I can't help but feel I need to figure out what is holding me back from losing body fat/gaining muscle and getting healthy.

I have a cool application on my Ipod touch called tap and track. It keeps track of what I eat, calories, carbs, fat, protein, shows pie charts, will lower my calorie intake if i'm not losing weight, keeps documentation of my exercise! i'm loving it! I'm realizing I wasn't eating as good as I thought I was.

But even so, dang it!!!!!........I spend alot of time working out and I really can't overeat(lapband won't let me) so why in the world can't I lose??? It's very frustrating. But it's great to know that thanks to the contest, I will be training with Tyler at Center Court and I believe he will help me achive my goals. Many times i've wanted to say "forget it", but that's not the right thing to do, there's no benefit to that!

If you are struggling with your weight, there are two things you need to do if you are not.
1. JOURNAL food intake and exercise, heck even your moods
2. EXERCISE at least 30 a day.

Goodnight!
Kerri

Lapband Update 010510

2010-01-05T20:46:00.003-06:00

Happy New Year!

I said to my hubby the other night. "Maybe I should get a fill"? Because I feel like i've been eating too much junk food that I shouldn't be eating. It stinks that some of the unhealthiest foods, do not get stuck. GRRRR

Anyway, he said, "sure, cuz that's what I want to listen to...my wife gagging all the time, choking up food that's stuck". The next night, which was last night. I ate cooked cauliflower and chicken and it GOT STUCK bad. It hurt and I ended up in the bathroom forcing it up because it was soooo stuck. I forgot cauliflower is bad! Gets stuck everytime! But it was a reminder that I need to focus and remember the things i've been taught over the last couple years since my lapband surgery.

Biggest thing...journal everything you eat and your exercise. I have an Ipod touch and found an excellent application. It's called Tap and Track.

http://www.livingafterwls.com
That is an excellent website!

97 KYCK is gearing up for a Biggest Loser contest and that is a huge benefit. I am very excited to help others reach their weight loss/health goals and I hope to inspire.

I have to go to bed! Good Night!

Kerri

Lapband update 121309

2009-12-13T17:01:00.002-06:00

Was talking with a very dear friend of mine at the UND hockey game last night and she asked me why "they" quit posting my blog. I chuckled and said that....well...."they" is actually ME and i'm the one who has not kept up with my blogging.

I also chuckled and laughed and said nobody reads it anyway.......but that really true and I know that.

I overheard someone make a comment last week, it was something like ...."she had surgery". THE conversation was relating to someone I know needing to loose weight and the reason I have is because I HAD SURGERY. While this is true, it does bother me when people say that because with Lapband surgery, it's not a magic surgery that makes it EASY to loose weight.

I have worked really hard to get to where i'm at right now, AND I still have a long way to go. I have exercise, I have to eat right(trust me, I still don't). I can't eat as much, with the lapband, but I still struggle with eating right.

97 KYCK is teaming up with Center Court in Grand Forks in January for a Biggest Loser competition, if it's something you are serious about, make sure you listen for info on the competition!

Oh, i'm up to 4 miles now. I'm not running everyday, 3 or 4 times a week. Also working out too! EVEN during the holidays!

Remember, YOU can do it too!

Merry Christmas,
Kerri

Lapband update 112409

2009-11-24T19:57:00.002-06:00

Hmmm, what to type. I'm proud of my accomplishments on one hand, then on the other, I'm frustrated with my lack of will power. I've been running pretty steady now for the last 2 months. A friend of mine encouraged me to run farther, not faster. Great advice! This week, I've started running 3 miles instead of 2. And I was so proud when I ran 3 miles without walking.
Then on the other side, I seem to have no problem eating a half a bag of M&M's, chocolate, sweets, whatever is what I am really struggling with. I have got to try harder, change some things in my life. I put so much into exercise and i'm not reaping the benefits of it because I can't stop eating crap.

One habit that I decided needs to stop tonight is eating before bed. I jump in bed after a long day, turn on the tv, power up my laptop to do some work I didn't get done and eat. Stops tonight. and If I do, it'll be something healthy.

Healthy eating is not easy, nor cheap. That's what makes it hard for me. But, I need to make some changes for my family, my husband, daughter and myself!

With that said, my eyes are burning because i'm so tired and it's 8pm. LOL

Happy Thanksgiving!
Kerri

Lapband update 110509

2009-11-05T05:25:00.002-06:00

Good Morning,

I'm feeling good about the fact that i've been running 2 miles everyday. Well, Monday thru Friday anyway. I take our dog out on one of our back roads, and run 2 miles. I'm pushing myself to run longer stretches of "faster", rather than "longer" distances.

I've been asking myself if I should attempt the Fargo 1/2 marathon. I'm a person who has to keep goals out there in front of me and that would be an excellent goal. and a BIG one!

I never understood it when runners would talk about running being addicting. I'm starting to understand that now!

eating is going ok, I really need to cut back on sweets. That is my biggest struggle right now!

Food hasn't been getting stuck, which is great.

Have a great Thursday!
Kerri

Lapband update 102209

2009-10-22T10:46:00.002-05:00

Seem to be having troubles the last couple days. Don't know why I was thinking I could eat ground hamburger and noodles. VERY DUMB! Pain, and I had to hack it back up. So, I spent a good 1/2 hour hanging over the toilet.

Got home late last night night, tired, ate some potato chips, they NEVER get stuck. WRONG! I was in so much pain, and too tired to get up so I spent a couple hours "trying" to sleep, thinking I should get up and finally I did. I ended up over the toilet 3 or 4 times until I finally got UNstuck.

I think food gets stuck worse at certain times of the month.

I can usually eat popcorn, thought I would try some today, LOL...it's stuck! and it sucks! Off to the toilet I go!

Enjoy your day!
Kerri

yes, i'm crabby cuz I didn't get much sleep last night AND the night before!

Lapband update 101509

2009-10-15T19:57:00.002-05:00

Howdy,
Things are going pretty good, wish this crappy weather would stop so I could run outside with my dog! I'm making it to the gym 4 times a week, shoot for 5, settle for 4. Eating has been pretty good, much easier to eat healthy after my adjustment.

I'm STILL amazed at how some days, food gets stuck bad and other days, I can eat any and everything and nothin gets stuck. It's crazy!

I still have those sweet temptations, like peanut butter M & M's. I shouldn't have bought a big bag yesterday. it's gone!

I'm trying to be "mindful" of my night time eating, that's something i've struggled with my ENTIRE life! So for me, that is something i'm working on!

I have free ZUMBA passes at Center Court Fitness center, it's so fun! Latin style aerobic work out! Let me know if you want to go!

Have a fabulous week end!
Kerri

Lapband update #2 092109

2009-09-21T16:44:00.002-05:00

OK, so I went to the gym to work out, which BTW, I had an excellent W/O! Man it felt so good! I always ask myself why I allow myself to get out of the habit of exercise.

Anyway, I know i've lost muscle from not working out, but to my surprise, after months and months and months, heck about a year of not being able to get any weight to come off the scale, I've lost 3 pounds! So here's what i'm thinking.......maybe, just maybe my band is adjusted to where it should be! Gee, imagine that!!!!!!

I am eating more, because I can...i'm also eating healthier!

I'm feeling much better! I'm actually not even hungry. Not like I usually am. That's because I was able to eat a healthy lunch!

LOVE IT!
Kerri

Lapband update 092109

2009-09-21T14:08:00.002-05:00

Eating is much easier, and that is a good thing and a bad thing. I'm really struggling with this whole deal. GRRRR, I'm frustrated, either food gets stuck or i'm able to eat food I don't want to eat.

I ate 1/2 a doughnut today, I haven't had a doughnut in a year!!!!

I better go, before I run out of time to work out!

Dr. apt next week, we'll see what she says!

Later,
Kerri

Lapband update 091309

2009-09-13T17:22:00.002-05:00

It's been about a week and half since my adjustment. My dr. took 1cc OUT. It's so nice to be able to eat healthy foods, all this time I've been eating a lot less, but not eating healthy. My brain thinks that less food is better! Not so at all!
Now I am finding that i'm eating less sugar, less ice cream! ha ha AND, excited to eat healthy.

One of my favorites was the chicken soy patties(spicy) I love them and they are high in protein! I was able to eat one on an english muffin last week and it was wonderful! Before, I couldn't because it would get stuck and the pain with it was not fun!

I love stir fry and can eat that again!

I am trying to be mindful of all that I am eating and NOT eating!

Have a great day!
Kerri

lapband update 083109

2009-08-31T19:18:00.002-05:00

Wow, much better! I had 1 cc taken out today and I already feel much better. I actually ate 1/2 bagel for the first time (without problems), in a long time! And I didn't want to keep eating!

Had a small helping of chicken supper and was also able to eat that without that terrible stuck feeling!

Back to the Vikings/Houston game. GO VIKINGS!

take care,
Kerri

Lapband update 083009

2009-08-30T08:56:00.002-05:00

Made a dr. apt on Friday to have some fill taken out. I'm excited I can get in tomorrow! I should have gone in a long time ago, but....It's just one of those things.

I'm looking forward to being able to eat healthy foods and i'm not scared with thoughts that i'll over eat. That was a feeling I battled for a long time!

Take Care
Kerri

Lapband update 082709

2009-08-27T20:10:00.002-05:00

I hate this.......Stuck again, dang it. I have had a couple bad nights. Part of the problem is because It's very difficult to sit down and eat a full meal, we lapbanders tend to eat a little, do something, eat a little more, do something.. so what happens with me is I end up eating before bed and for some reason the last couple nights my food got stuck, it wasn't a stuck feeling like alot of times where I need to go and push it all back out into the toilet. (it's not throwing up in my eyes because your food hasn't gotten to your stomach, it's sitting in your esophagus)

I went to sleep and did NOT get good sleep. There are different "stuck" feelings too and it's too hard to explain the difference. I didn't feel I could make it come back up, plus I was too tired!

It hurts too, btw. Oh, I should tell you what I ate, since I figured it wouldn't be a problem. Night before last it was a small amount of chicken along with some broccoli, kinda mushy so I figured I would have no problem. Wrong. last night I ate corn and chewed alot, that ended up being a problem too.

Tonight, my dear hubby made me stir fry and so I sat here doing some computer work and ate very slow.......nope, I had to let it come back up! So then what do I do? Eat food I know won't get stuck, ice cream!

Well, I've been wondering if I should go in and have an adjustment. I'm sure you're asking why WOULDN'T I do that. answer: Fear that I'll over eat! That's why......but I think I'm going to try, I'm just not able to eat healthy. We always joke about being able to eat candy, chips, all the good food, but can't digest all the healthy food.

BTW, I did start exercising again, it feels so great.

I'm sitting here still stuck and it's frustrating. Definitely going to call the doctor tomorrow!

Enjoy your week end!
Kerri

Time Management

2009-08-12T09:50:00.002-05:00

Hello, you want to know how many times I've told myself to blog and forget to. Too many!

I started this blog to keep you posted on my Lapband status and i've failed to do that. I could beat myself up over that, along with the fact that I haven't worked out since the Fargo 5K back in May. Along with the struggle of eating healthy. Guess what? rather than sit and feel like crap about it, I'm gonna put a stop to it! Cuz I'm tired of being tired all the time. Sure, I'm tired anyway because of my work hours, but I can not remember being as tired as I have been the last month. And it SUCKS! I end up telling myself i'm too tired to work out so I take a nap.

Sigh, I do not like this feeling of having to start over again. I will do it!

Time Management, I am going to google it now!

gotta run, stay cool!
Kerri
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Happy Summer!

2009-06-23T19:15:00.002-05:00

Over the week end a few friends gave me a hard time about not blogging, decided it was time to "make time" to write a few thoughts.

I've had a lot of ups and downs with food, exercise and weight. I grew very frustrated during training for the Fargo 5K. I felt like no matter how hard I worked out and did cardio, it just didn't help. I've questioned my weight almost every day over the past year. I've stayed the same weight but have lost body fat. Sure, that's what I want but it's still a mental struggle.

I beat my 5K time by a couple minutes, that was my personal goal and I reached it. Since the Fargo 5K i've really struggled with having time and desire to go to the gym and work out. It's been over a month and i've only worked out a handful of times.

I have too much going on, it's not an excuse a fact of life for now. I will get back in the routine and am happy I haven't gained any weight.

As far as eating goes, there has been several times i've thought about going in and getting some fill taken out. It's frustrating because I hoped to have lost more weight at this point but it seems not matter what, I'm stuck......ha, that's funny....cuz food is always stuck too!

thanks for taking time to read my blog and enjoy summer, it goes far too fast!

Kerri
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1 year ago today. Caitlin Calgaro

2009-04-28T05:35:00.002-05:00

It was a year ago, about this time (6am) my dear friend Sarah called to tell me Caitlin was involved in a car accident and taken to be with her heavenly Father. Not a day has gone by that I have not thought about Caitlin and her family! Please pray for Loni and John her mom and dad, mostly Loni because she is one of my best friends and I love her dearly!

A Prayer at the Well! It's night, O Lord, please hear my call;
I know You want my very all.
But wells are deep; how can I give
The wordless pain in which I live!

It's night, O Lord, be swift to hear;
To bring relief for falling tears.
Needless pain, don't let it be;
But healing pain, to set me free.

Be still, My child; My whispers hear.
Lean hard, My child; come very near.
This well so deep with suffering filled
Must empty first, till all is still.

I'll take the hurt; I'll take the strife;
In Hands so strong I'll hold your life.
I'll fill the well with heaven's gain,
When you, My child, give Me the pain.

I'll take it, mold it, make it Mine;
Transform it then to love divine.
Turn sorrow into fullest joy
Far greater than earth's brightest toy.

For toys of earth cannot compare
With Christ your Lord, so real, so fair.
He, Christ alone, demands your all
Give Me that pain, He softly calls.

I shrink, then reach with outstretched hand;
Dredged of self, alone to stand.
Then from the depths of Love so true
The well is filled again, anew.

This time it's not with pain and me,
But Christ my all, my joy to be.
To depths before unknown I climb
His peace, His joy, His life all mine.

For pain so deep, felt all alone,
Is fertile ground for Love--His own!
Love that fills and meets life's need;
O deep, deep well, I'm rich indeed.

Filled up with Him, His love alone;
His way revealed; His glory shone.
O well of deep, dark yesterday;
Embrace the joy He gives today.

O, night, no longer fear your dark;
He stills the aching, struggling heart.
And from that heart--life's deepening well,
Comes love to share; rich joy to tell.

O, night, give way to endless day!
I've found His depths, His highest way!
O, night, give way to morning's dew;
The well is deep; the source is You!

Spin Class was awesome!

2009-04-16T13:24:00.002-05:00

I would suggest everyone try it out! Sure, it was a heck of a work out, but you CAN go at your own pace, set your own tension. Sit if you need to. I did a couple times! Boy did I sweat buckets!

It's a 6 week class you have to sign up for, at Center Court is where I go. Twice a week! I'm hoping and praying this will help me get over this plateau i've been on!

Give it a try if you get a chance!

3 weeks until the Fargo 5K! yeah!

btw, I absolutely HATE running!

Kerri

Spin Class tonight

2009-04-14T07:22:00.002-05:00

Alright, I am pretty nervous about doing this spin class at the gym tonight. I've seen them spinning and it looks very tuff to me!

Here's my point, tell yourself you can DO IT. For so long I told myself I could NOT do this spin class and thanks to a friend/listener. Dorothy Kellog. I AM DOING IT!

You can too!!!!

Kerri

Emotional Eating

2009-04-10T10:35:00.002-05:00

I'm in a bad mood, I hate it!

It's times like these that I realize that I DO participate in emotional eating. Just ate 8 mint Girl Scout cookies to a tune of 160 calories for 4. So that's 320 calories! Isn't that nice.

Apparently that's not enough so why not sit and eat Jalapeno Cheetos!

Frustrated. I need to go home and go to bed

Not ENUF calories?

2009-04-08T18:59:00.002-05:00

Today I had my body fat and measurements done again. Mostly because of my frustration of working out as much as I do and not being able to loose weight. I had a different trainer do it for me, even tho most of my meaurements were down about 2 inches, I'm gonna have Kris at Center Court do it again next week.

A couple trainers I've talked to at the gym mentioned maybe I wasn't getting ENUF calories and that can actually keep a person for loosing weight. I dunno, I'm having a hard time believing that, so I am keeping track of what i'm eating. Yes, i've said many times I was going to keep track, but didn't follow thru. I'm frustrated, but not letting it keep me from getting off track with my work outs and healthy eating.

Have a blessed Easter
Kerri

Things in the past month

2009-03-31T21:20:00.002-05:00

Wholy cow, saw my last blog was March 3rd. and it's April 1st tomorrow. Amazing how fast it goes.
Let's see, been busy with all the flooding here, many friends have asked if our home is ok, and it is. Things in GF are actually very good, after the flood of 97, millions of dollars were spent to keep the city safe.

I did have a chance to help a good friend T Wibbles last Friday, we filled and set about 1500 sand bags. I probably helped with about 20! LOL. UND students came out and did an amazing job! It was so neat to be a part of such compassion for another person and their safety.

Food, hmmm. I tried eating samon a couple times and it was very bad. I'd put the pain in the top 5 "stucks"! I love samon, but can't eat it, or at least not very much. I can eat fish tho, kinda strange.

I'm training again for the Fargo 5k coming up May 9th and hope to beat my time. I know I can do it! Boop a Thon training at Center Court fitness is awesome, fun and rewarding!
I decided today I need to keep better track of what I eat since I can't seem to loose any weight on the scale. I'm frustrated, but won't let it get me down, nor stop me from keeping up with my work outs. I just need to use the tools I have, www.tweetwhatyoueat.com and keep track of what I eat.

I'm going to have Tayna, a trainer at the gym check my body fat tomorrow, I know it's gone done, even tho my weight hasn't. I know how some of those guys feel on Biggest Loser! Since I gained 2 pounds. SIGH....

I refuse to let it discourage me, in fact it did the opposite! ha ha. I ran 2 miles in 29 minutes, that's my best time so far!

Be safe, be dry and stay positive and remember you can do anything you set your mind to!

Kerri

Exercise really is addicting!

2009-03-03T21:22:00.002-06:00

Hey, I'm feeling great about my accomplishments this week ALREADY! I did 2 miles on Saturday, Monday and Tuesday, only missed Sunday! Plus I did 2 miles in 30.5 minutes today, that's 1 minute less than Saturday! Yippy!

Trying a new class at Center Court tomorrow. It's a combination of cardio/weights. It's a new class Tanya(a new friend) is teaching! I'm excited to try soemthing new, even tho I know she's gonna kick my butt!

Have a great Wednesday!
Kerri

change is hard but can be good

2009-02-28T13:52:00.002-06:00

it's Saturday morning and I decide I need to change my work outs a bit. You see, Fridays are so busy, I don't have time to get to the gym. And I always skip Saturday and Sunday. Well, I am going to try to stick to a new habit of getting on the treadmill for 2 miles. I DID IT! I made myself get on the treadmill and I feel great!

Gotta go tho, hockey game is in an hour and i'm suppose to be ready!

Kerri

uh oh. pizza didn't get stuck

2009-02-22T15:04:00.002-06:00

Hey,
I say uh oh because after having lapband surgery, pizza has always been something I couldn't eat because of that. I was able to eat two pieces Friday night. Well, this may sound silly to you but for me, it bothers me and makes me think it's time to go get a fill.

I am really frustrated, I am working out pretty regular, I go to the gym for about an hour a day and work out pretty hard. My eating is still not where it should be, but it's not like I eat like a pig, because I don't! But I can't loose any weight and I don't feel like i'm loosing enough body fat that I should considering the exercise i'm doing.

rggggggg, i'm frustrated!
Kerri

Food got stuck...bad! It's been awhile!

2009-02-17T19:46:00.002-06:00

So I thought I could eat meatloaf and a bit of mac and cheese. I am pretty sure part of the problem was I ate too fast but I was in serious pain! I have not had to push the food back out in a long time!

It is no fun, I ask myself "why did you eat that"? and "did you have to eat it so fast"?

It slips my mind, I know that probably doesn't make sense, but I STILL slip into that bad habit of eating way too fast! Even tho I eat much slower than pre surgery.

Good tip today for ya, SLOW DOWN! LOL

Have a good day, back to American Idol

Kerri

I feel muscles!

2009-02-12T06:10:00.002-06:00

OMGosh,

This working out is paying off! LOL IMAGINE THAT!

Never go 3 days without working out! Always work out on Mondays and for heavens sake, stay away from those home made cookies!

I just want to encourage you to get moving and exercise, we both know how tuff it is but when you do! Man, it's worth the hard work!

Smile! and think positive!

Kerri

Am I the ONLY one?

2009-02-06T10:28:00.001-06:00

I have really been struggling lately with having to follow thru with the job duties that belong to someone else.

Does anyone else struggle with this?

Am I too much of an OVER achiever?

Do I expect TOO MUCH?

Just curious,
Kerri

Eli Stone....LOVE....LOVE...LOVE....MAD

2009-02-04T21:14:00.002-06:00

I absolutely LOVED Eli Stone. It was one of my favorite shows! I pretty much figured it was cancelled. I just don't understand how and why networks cancel some of the best shows! Remember Once and Again? I loved that show too! GONE...Friday Night Lights, GONE, sure it's back, but I bet it won't be for long!

Look at him!!! How can you NOT love Eli!

I am sooooo bummed,

Kerri

This week is better

2009-02-04T10:13:00.002-06:00

It's Wednesday and I worked out Monday and Tuesday! Yippy! Today I will have to do the treadmill at home, I have a busy afternoon.

I am eating less junk food!

Oh, I got on the scale at the gym yesterday. I am STILL at the same weight I have been at for about 2 1/2 months! Hey, I didn't gain any weight! That's a plus!

Have a great hump day!
Kerri

what's the first thing I ate? a brownie..geez

2009-02-02T07:33:00.002-06:00

It's Monday, woke up and couldn't resist the temptation of my homemade brownies! Yep, I ate one.

Guess I can't go do my blood work today....ha ha ha ha tomorrow I will!

Have a great Monday!

Kerri

Better Week

2009-02-01T18:02:00.002-06:00

Hello, sittin watching the Superbowl. This week was better, I worked out 4 days this week. Still can't find the motivation to work out on the week ends. Talked to my mom, i'm gonna take a day off next week and go spend some time with her. She's gonna help me with some creative low fat recipes! Mom is doing really good with her eating and health. I am very proud of my mom! She's very motivating and encouraging!

Working on eating SLOW....SLOW...SLOW. Amazing how much that helps with food NOT getting stuck!

Have a great week,
Kerri

Give me some motivation!

2009-01-27T20:17:00.002-06:00

It's Tuesday today and i've really been struggling with feeling like a failure for the last couple weeks. Why? I've gotten into my bad habit of being too busy to be faithful to my work outs. My eating habits continue to slack. Tho I am not trying to make excuses, part of my problem is I hate going to the grocery store AND I can't fit it in. Because by the time I leave work and I'm done working out, A. I want to get home to Savanna and B. I am way tooo tired to go.

I am tired of feeling like a failure and the only one who can change that is me. So, I am going to do my best at this. That means, stop eating chocolate at work, brownies, cake, all that junk food I tend to grab cuz i'm in a hurry.

http://www.tweetwhatyoueat.com/

If you are looking for a great way to keep track of what you eat, and you want it to be easy. Including texting your account what you eat. Go to that website!

If you are struggling, STOP..we can get healthy together!
Thanks for reading my blog!
Kerri

My new Living Room floor!

2009-01-19T21:12:00.003-06:00

My oldest daughter and son in law are here in Grand Forks now. They both took jobs here to be closer to us, family! Honestly, I would not have a problem if they decided to stay here in our house! I have loved and cherished every moment we've had since August. Even tho house hunting can be frustrating, they/we are also blessed with NOT having to hurry into any house that comes along. We've looked at many but the right one has not come along.

So, for now....we are here together and I am thankful tonight, thankful that I have such a wonderful daughter (and son in law). Not because they wanted to give us a special treat and pay for this new floor, ......wait....that's why i'm thankful! LOL

True, but I am so proud of Tanisha, she is a beautiful, thoughtful, caring, smart, loving, compassionate, did I say smart? daughter.

Tanisha, Steve...thank you so much for the gift. It's something I have wanted for almost 3 years.

I love you both,

Mom!

Monday, January 19th 2009

2009-01-19T21:04:00.002-06:00

I continue to be amazed at how fast time slips by. I strive to be the best that I can be and not worry about the small stuff. Tho this will probably continue to be a battle for the rest of my earthly life, I am reminded of the blessings God has given me thru my life with my health and happiness. Even tho I struggle with my weight, I am thankful that it is really a small struggle. When I stop and think about those around me who are struggling for life.

Hope Covenant Church has become a refuge for me, a place I can go and worship God and discover amazing people who love God and care about one another. I am blessed to be a part of the Hope family.

Pastor Holly will be going in for a CT scan this Thursday morning at 11am. Doctors found a brain tumor just last week and they have given her encouragement and hope that it is NOT cancerous. But until they get in and take a closer look, we are not sure.

Pray for Holly, please. and pray for me. I feel like I need it! Yes, we all do at ALL times, but right now I desire to grow closer to God and i'm struggling with finding the time and energy.

Take Care,
Kerri

Resisting temptation

2009-01-13T14:30:00.003-06:00

Why is it so hard to reist temptation? Do you have any tricks?

I am having such a hard time with my eating habits. I eat much less that before my lapband surgery, but i'm still clinging on to those old habits. Like, rather than grab some carrots, I grab chocolate, or cheese.

Something to think about, off to the gym!
Kerri

Jan. 7th New Year update

2009-01-07T20:18:00.002-06:00

Happy New Year! I must admit I am happy to be past the holidays so I can get back into my work out routine!
Just remember, you can do anything you set your mind to!
Have you heard about Joy's LIFE diet?
LIFE stands for Look Incredible Feel Extraordinary.
It's very motivating, check it out!

Find someone to be accountable to! or something! At work, we are all participating in Healthtrip! An overall wellness 114 day journey!

Things are ok with my lapband, I ate a bunch of potato chips today, way TOO FAST and paid for it! I'm still struggling with eating too fast and eating unhealthy junk. But, i'm working on it every day!

Happy New Year again,
Kerri

finally feeling better....being sick is not fun!

2008-12-28T20:41:00.002-06:00

Hello and Happy New Year! It's just around the corner!
I was chatting with a long distant friend on my way to the gym Thursday and he made the comment, "working out? during the holidays? No, don't do that!".
That was the first time I had been to the gym in almost two weeks because I was sick for over a week. Not only is it not fun being sick but getting back into a work out routine is tuff, even after missing only a couple weeks!
But, I did it! I did not want to go either, I was tired and didn't want to go, but I felt great!

I hope I can encourage you to work thru the feelings you have of not working out. Whatever is keeping you from working out, I hope you can face that issue and do it anyway! Force yourself to work out, you will feel so much better!

Take care,
Kerri

Christmas devotion from Pastor Paul

2008-12-28T20:37:00.002-06:00

I have much respect for Pastor Paul, head pastor at Hope Covenant church in Grand Forks. I wanted to share a devotion of his.

I pray your Christmas was amazing and blessed!
Kerri

Being Christmas:
The Gift of Love
By this the love of God was manifested in us, that God has sent His only begotten Son into the world so that we might live through Him. 1 John 4:9

“Get up! Take the Child and His mother and flee to Egypt, and remain there until I tell you; for Herod is going to search for the Child to destroy Him.” So Joseph got up and took the Child and His mother while it was still night, and left for Egypt. Matthew 2:13-14
“Christmas, a time of God’s love manifested on the earth,” she recounted from the church Christmas Eve play she had just attended. She was home now on this crisp, cold evening, trudging from her car up the squeaky snow-covered sidewalk to the front door. “Yeah right,” she muttered. She fumbled for her keys but before opening the door it seemed the winds whispering through the leave-less trees beckoned her to follow.
She decided she could brave the cold a little longer and picked her way around the icy sidewalk and driveway to the backyard which was surrounded by tall trees leaving a dark starlit sky in the middle; the stars looked extra bright in the mini-backyard planetarium. She took a deep breath of the cool air and began to imagine what God must have felt on that cold night in Bethlehem, as He sent His only son in the form of a helpless baby. He hadn’t been this intimate with man since the Garden and He knew satan would try to kill Him within days of his arrival.
“He truly loved the world,” she murmured in awe. “To send Your Son into wickedness to save us from our own wickedness. You really had to love us . . . to love me.” With a little more energy in her step, comfort in her heart, peace in her mind, and redness on her nose, she made her way into the house., contented beyond words.
Lord, thank You for your gift of love, sending Your Son into wickedness to save us. Help me to be mindful of the sacrifice You made and the gift You gave, not just this next week but during the upcoming year as well. Help me to walk in the love that You so readily show to me.

Pastor Paul F. KnightLead Pastor of HOPE Churchwww.hopecovenantchurch.org http://paulpit.blogspot.com/

Happy Merry Christmas

2008-12-18T07:11:00.002-06:00

Hi, i've said it many times, TIME goes way to fast! Do you ever feel like you just can't catch up no matter how hard you try? How does a person prevent this? Just say NO?
Why can't I find balance in my life?

Anyway, i've been working ALOT, many remotes here, which I love to do! It gives me a chance to be with listeners and get to know each one!

I wanted to share my measurements with you, I was pretty excited!

Forearm-lost 1/4 inch
Upper Arm-lost 1 1/4 inch
Chest-lost 7 3/4 inches
Waist lost-5 1/2 inches
Hips lost-9 inches
Thigh lost-1 1/2 inches
Calf lost-2 inches

I've been sick all week, between working so much and being sick I haven't been to the gym. Monday I will be there, join me!

Merry Blessed Christmas!
Kerri

The Big Ring 2008 at B & N Auto in Grand Forks

2008-12-04T21:07:00.000-06:00

Lapband update 12 03 08

2008-12-03T20:02:00.002-06:00

Ok, I admit it. I don't have control over what I eat. Nope, not yet. Thought I'd have more than I do. Ever since I had saline taken out it seems as tho my thoughts about eating are........eat whatever, it doesn't get stuck!

Sigh......I gotta get more put back in, this is crazy!
Hubby needs to fix my laptop.

A quicky for now! Will catch up with my measurements tomorrow!
Awesome news to share with you!

Take Care and Happy Holidays!

Kerri

The Deer Jumped in front of my car!

2008-11-23T11:32:00.004-06:00

Friday morning on my way to work I reached down to turn on the heat, looked away for a second and he slammed into my car. I was extremely startled, obviously, turned my car around, went home without seeing any thing I hit......I called the sheriff, woke up the family and had Steve take me to work and see what I hit. Wholly cow, I hit an 8 point buck! My son in law was very excited and definitely wanted the rack. The meat ended up being bad, but he was very excited about the rack!

I am ok, my neck hurts a little but I am ok. I only have liability insurance so not having much money....not sure what we will do.

That leaves me to the wonderful people who are so willing to help out. Quality Auto Body (Brad and Darcy Huebner) sent a truck out to pick up my car...btw, Brad was out hunting ha ha, so Darcy took care of me by coming to get my car. Thank you!

Jo and Jim Otto at Top Quality Motors in East Grand Forks didn't hesitate to loan me a car until I get things figured out. You can't imagine the stress that left my mind! Thank you Jim and Jo!

Marshmallow Cherry Chocolate Reindeer are yummy

2008-11-12T21:46:00.002-06:00

Tanisha and hubby just got home from the store and brought me a pack of these marshmallow cherry chocolate reindeer. thought I could eat just one, ha ha ha ha. ate the whole pack!

Oh, ate a big bowl of ice cream too, pumkin spice. But it was light! LOL

Couldn't eat my chicken noodle soup for supper tho, wasn't going down. Isn't that funny. Actually it was wierd...food has been going down good. Too good, I think.

I am tired and should be sleeping! and i'm watching the CMA's and The Eagles are performing and they are looking mighty old. yes, I know they're old....but......

Kerri

Willpower

2008-11-09T21:15:00.002-06:00

it's been about two weeks since I had an adjustment with my lapband. I have really been having a hard time. Why? now I can eat pretty much anything again. You can tell me, "Kerri, the band is just a tool and you need to do your part too". I understand that, but unfortunetly, I don't have the self control yet to eat right and I'm scared that I can easily put weight back on faster than you can say boo!

My metabolism is slow, it's the way God made me. With that thought and struggling with what i'm putting in my mouth i'm going to have a 1/2 cc put back in.

I think........

Kerri

eating and exercise

2008-11-02T20:58:00.002-06:00

Well, It's been two weeks since I had a cc of saline taken out and well...I think one of the hardest parts of this is finding the right amount of saline. I am not feeling much restriction now. SIGH....I have to admit it's a bit frustrating. But, worth it! If I had the decision to make over, I would still have the surgery! I haven't weighed myself in a week, so I can't say if it's better this way.....

I have been pretty good about watching what I eat, portion size and all. I just give in to the chocolate. Well, I was doing fine until Halloween! ha....

My mom is leading a Vegan lifestyle and she is very motivating for me right now.
http://www.thegardendiet.com/

that is a great website, check it out when you have some time! and if you have any good vegan eating ideas, let me know!

Enjoy the week!

Kerri

Fireproof- a great movie!

2008-11-02T20:54:00.002-06:00

Went and saw Fireproof today! It's a great movie and I think it's only here in EGF for a short time. If you have a chance to see it, go see it! Sure some of the acting wasn't the greatest, but what a great movie!

http://www.fireproofmymarriage.com/

So Far....So Good...eating is going alot better

2008-10-23T19:49:00.002-05:00

Tomorrow it will be a week since I have 1cc of saline taken out and for the most part, it feels great! I have been able to eat much healthier and it's been more comfortable getting food down. I think there has only been a couple times food felt "stuck" and it wasn't near as painful as it has been.

On the flip side, I feel like I'm eating too much. I just have to be very mindful of what and how i'm eating.
Example, last night we went to Taco Bell and I ate pintos and cheese and 2 volcano taco's. Now before, I could eat the pintos and cheese and maybe a couple bites of 1 taco. BUT, I would end up eating chocolate or ice cream.

Tomorrow is my class, Healthy Creations, we'll see how i've done this week on the scale! Even if it's a pound, it's better than the last 4 or 5 weeks where i've not lost anything.

Enjoy and talk to you soon!

Kerri

Lake Itasca trip

2008-10-19T21:35:00.006-05:00

Saturday was a perfect day for spending time outside! We took a drive to Lake Itasca and spent the day hiking around the park! Even tho the majority of the leaves had fallen, it was still beautiful!

Carver Lake, we stopped and found a geo cache

The Schoolcraft trail (1 mile), this is at the end, a beautiful view of the Mississippi!

Mississippi head waters! This is right where the Mississippi starts!

Mississippi head waters

Like I said, even tho the most, in not all of the leaves had fallen, it was still a beautiful hike!

Lapband Lessons

2008-10-19T21:25:00.002-05:00

Hello, went to the dr. Friday and had 1 cc's of saline taken out. It was really nice to be able to actually eat something without struggling with the food getting stuck. I was able to go out to eat with my husband and eat a salad without the stuck pain. And, I actually felt full with eating what I did.

Today I was able to eat chicken, cucumbers and it was great!

Yes, I am fearfull of eating too much. But i'm hoping I have the right amount of fill and therefor I will be able to feel full and not overeat.

It's such a learning process, and I know this will continue to be a huge challange.

I look forward to this week, to eat healthier!

Have a great week!
Kerri

No more rice for me...

2008-10-16T20:15:00.002-05:00

At least that's what i'm guessing was the problem. Sat down last night like most, we gather around the tv with our plates and eat while watching our favorite shows! Steve made chicken on the new grill and it was tender and yummy AND....I was able to eat some. It went down with no problems. It felt so good to enjoy solid food with no problem.

I went upstairs to clean up after supper...ate a few pieces of cooked brocolli and a few bites of rice. UH OH, big mistake. It didn't get stuck but boy did I spend a night in pain. I spent the night going back and forth to the bathroom trying to get the pain to go away by puking it up. NO luck. Finally, about 1/2 hour prior to my normal wake up time, got up drank a big cup of water thinking it would make me puke, no luck with that but it did take some of the pain away. I finally got about 1/2 hour of sleep.

I stuck to liquids today and called my dr to make an apt to have some of my fill taken out. This is kinda scary. What if i'm able to eat...eat...eat? At this point it's the best thing, I probably should have gone in months ago. But, this is a learning experience, one I hope you will benefit from!

Thanks for reading!

Kerri

Do you ever feel like you just can't keep up?

2008-10-07T17:10:00.003-05:00

I'm having one of those days! Actually it's pretty much the way my life goes.....there's so much to do, so many things I feel passionate about but run out of time! Oh, if we could bottle it up (time) and save it! Wouldn't that be splendid!

Going to the Dr on Friday to have cortisone shots in my heels. I just can't take the pain anymore, plus I want to run again and I can't. Ha, not that I ran very fast or far anyway.

Really enjoying the Healthy Creations class I'm taking at Center Court fitness. I've started keeping track of what I'm eating. Yeah, 3 weeks into the class and I finally decide I should follow the rules! LOL

I ended up typing up my own spreadsheet(food diary), rather than hand write the info in the paper they gave us. It's easier for me to work on my computer rather than keep track of papers!

Still no weight loss, I keep loosing and gaining the same 4 pounds. Exercising on a regular basis again so......... Lord I hope some weight starts coming off!

This is getting too long, you won't have time to read it!

take care and I pray you are doing great!

Kerri

Check us out! he he

2008-09-29T20:23:00.002-05:00

Denny and I had a remote at the Grand Forks airport today to give away a trip to Vegas with Allegiant Air. Elvis was there as well as a Vegas Showgirl! Thought i'd share the pic with you!

It was alot of fun!

Kerri

Need a boost!

2008-09-23T18:51:00.002-05:00

Hello, life is moving right along here in Thompson ND. My oldest daughter Tanisha and her hubby Steve Jr. are living with us for awhile! Which honestly, is great! Love having them here, it's been wonderful in so many ways!

Still having some heel pain so i've been riding the recumbant bike at the gym rather than trying to trot on the treadmill. Seems to help some, .at least I don't need a cane to get out of bed and walk to the bathroom.

Last Friday I started a 12 week program at Center Court called Healthy Creations. I think most lapbanders would agree that one of the hard parts of this new way of eating is eating healthy. Because so much of the bad non healthy foods seem to go down with no problems. Many fruits, vegtables, meats are very tuff to eat because they don't go down. So, i've been having a hard time loosing any more weight.

The program is focused on more than exercise and eating right, it also focuses on having a healthy positive mind and how we can see ourselves in a positive way! I have to tell ya tho, I hate keeping track and tracking what I eat! I have a very hard time finding the time to do it! I will try tho!

Enjoy

Kerri

Fall is in the air!

2008-09-16T21:54:00.004-05:00

Hello,
Just checkin in with some thoughts.
1. food is not getting as stuck as it was.....i'm trying to eat healthier and being more aware of what i'm eating. I've gotten into the habit of eating the bad foods that I know won't get stuck.
2. Fall is my favorite time of the year and I love the cool nights! And of coarse, the leaves changing colors!
3. We have a 2004 ATV Polaris Sportman 500 we have to sell, if you know anyone, send them my way!
4. I've had additional responsibilities at work lately, it's hard to keep up right now so I'm feeling a bit stressed and finding it harder to stick to my work outs!
5. If you are in Larimore this Thursday, September 18th. Do Not miss speaker and chalk artist Bob Upgren at the high school, 7pm
6. Tanisha starts her new job tomorrow at Altru (pharmacy).
7. I'm tired!

Enjoy the rest of the week, and may you find time to get to know God and draw closer to Him! Pray for me!

Kerri

Whatz up

2008-09-08T20:39:00.002-05:00

Hey, it's Monday night, almost 9pm and I am ready for bed! Watching the Vikings play a crappy game of football!

Tanisha and Steve JR. are now here with us. We cleaned out their house in Hibbing and moved everything into storage here in Grand Forks. Love having them here!

Steve Jr. did great on his physical fitness test for the job at the correction dept.
Tanisha starts at Altru on Monday! She's excited to work there! She is also going to college, taking her on line classes. Yuck, glad it's not me.

Savanna is taking a shower and off to bed for another day at school.

Steve is on his Apple laptop. I think it's glued to his stomach! LOL

Food is going down easier these days. I've REALLY been trying to ssssslow down when i'm eating! it's helping! Imagine that.

The gym is calling my name! tomorrow!

Tailgating was alot of fun on Saturday and UND won! yeah!

Enjoy your week!
Kerri

Wow, what a difference a year has made.

2008-08-29T20:44:00.004-05:00

This is a picture of my son in law, Steve Jr. and my good friend Lori Troyer. This was taken at We Fest during Little Big Town, Lori got us up front! Thanks Lori, you're the best!

This was last year, Savanna's first day of school. I haven't even seen this picture, Steve had taken it with his camera and I guess I totally forgot about it! That's our sweet little Lucky, he was so cute! We miss him! Anyway, thought it would be fun to put these two pictures together to see the difference! I can't believe I allowed myself to be so heavy!

Take Care,
Kerri

oh man my heels hurt!

2008-08-27T18:47:00.002-05:00

So, I went to the doctor for my regular checkup and had hoped to get another shot of cortisone in my heels, this would be the 3rd injection.

My right heel has been hurting alot lately, usually it's just in the mornings but lately it has been on going thru the day.

Unfortunately, it's only been 5 months and I can only have the cortisone every 6 months. Man, that stinks!

I'm having a really hard time running because it's too painful....another bummer! I had hoped to run the 8k at the big Potato Bowl mid September....Don't think that's gonna happen.

So, i'm doing my best to deal with the pain and still get a great work out in!

Hope you are doing great!

Kerri

Feels like starting over......workin out isn't fun!

2008-08-18T21:04:00.002-05:00

LOL.....what a work out! Wow, it felt like it was my first day working out! Wholy cow!
Savanna and I went to work out today. Ok, I have been having a tuff time getting in the gym to work out. I've been averaging a couple times a week, no where n.ear as often as I should be working out and today I could tell.

This would be the only reason I am glad fall is just around the corner, because it's much easier to stay consistant!

My heels really hurt tonight! anyway, I'm very tired. Off to bed.

Have a great week! Hope all is going great with you!

Wholy cow, look at that guys arms! (mens olympics/rings)...I love gymnastics!

Kerri

Lucky our precious dog was killed tonight.

2008-08-13T20:51:00.007-05:00

August 13, 2008
I was so tired I fell asleep downstairs and about 6:30 my daughter Tanisha came running downstairs shouting that Lucky had been hit by a car. I can NOT handle these kinds of things so all I could do is call the vet and cry. Thankfully her husband Steve was right there, down the road with Lucky. Steve was on the way home and got to Steve and Lucky a few minutes later. Lucky had already been gone tho. Whoever hit Lucky didn't stop, thankfully a lady driving by came to our house and asked if we had a dog.

We are so sad, Lucky was the best dog ever. He was always full of love and Lucky always wanted to snuggle! Such a loving dog!

We will miss him alot!
Kerri

Savanna Hannah and Lucky summer 2007

Lucky last summer

Lucky last summer, 2007

Savanna her friend Olivia and Lucky summer 2007

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... Author unknown...

Thanks mom for sending this, I love you!

Steve Jr. makes the air waves on 97 KYCK

2008-08-06T11:44:00.001-05:00

Kerri's Progress

2008-08-05T20:22:00.004-05:00

Hi there, I finally took a few minutes to take a quick picture of my weight loss progress. No laughing at the pictures! I have more to loose, but am happy with myself that I continue to reach my goals!

This is September 7, 2007

This is December 28, 2007

And this picture I just took today, August 5, 2008!

57 pounds down! 36 to go to reach a HUGE goal of 94 pounds lost.

Why I fear a band adjustment

2008-08-04T09:52:00.002-05:00

Hey,
I am here at work, with a few short minutes to type a few thoughts.

I continue to struggle with food getting "stuck". I also continue to be confused with why some foods go down with no problems, but they should be a problem.

I am afraid if I go in and have some taken out that I will be able to eat too much and won't be able to control that "over-eating" thing. I know, you are probably telling me I should have more confidence in myself and you are right. Honestly, what I'm able to eat, isn't the healthiest.

I will call and have some taken out, the worst that will happen is I will be able to eat too much and then I can just go back in and have an adjustment! Yeah! that sounds perfect!

I will let you know!
Enjoy the Day!
Kerri

Reached a goal! finally!

2008-08-04T09:44:00.002-05:00

Hey there, Happy Monday!

Last week I finally reached a weight loss goal. I had been stuck at my weight and wasn't able to take any pounds off. I also decided at the start of last week I was going to get back into my work out routine and I said I would work out 3 days and I DID! YEAH!!!

Do you see what happened there? I worked out AND I lost pounds I hadn't been able to loose???

Yep, you MUST eat healthy, eat fewer calories AND exercise to be succesful with your weight loss!

Have a great week, and I again and putting a goal out there, 3 work outs this week! I would say 4, but since We Fest is this week, I don't want to put a goal out there I may not be able to reach.

Enjoy the week!

Kerri

great new regarding my daughter

2008-07-28T21:28:00.002-05:00

Good news!
My oldest daughter Tanisha and son in law Steve Jr. sold their house in Hibbing yesterday! Sold in a week! They sold it on their own too which is great!

Steve Jr. also passed his phsyc test today! Tanisha has a job lead in the pharmacy at Altru hospital here in Grand Forks.

Steve's first week on the job as the new police officer in Larimore went great! He really enjoys working with Jeremy Hanson the Chief in Larimore!

I am so thankful and so blessed to have them move so close to us! It's been such a treat having Steve Jr. here in the house! oh, and their dog Smorzie!

take care,
Kerri

Food isn't getting stuck so much???

2008-07-28T21:20:00.002-05:00

Hi there, how in the world does time slip away so fast? I remember when I was younger, older people would always tell me it gets worse when you get older and I think that's true!

We went out to eat at Speedway last night and I was able to eat some cheese/ham bites, walleye bites and some bloomin onion. No problems at all.....very strange......first time in a long time I can remember it being that easy to eat!

Today, I finally got a healthy choice meal down. Of coarse there was pasta in it and pasta doesn't go down well at all......

I emailed my doctor(havent heard back) about why the changes in the tightness of the band. It will be interesting to hear what she says about it.

Finally went to work out. I have been so terrible out keeping with my routine. Sure i've been exercising a couple days a week, but that is just not enough. Summer has been so busy! Good thing it's been an active one! My goal is to get to the gym 3 times this week!

Enjoy the week! thanks for checking out my blog!

Kerri

Food is getting stuck alot and I don't know why

2008-07-09T10:30:00.003-05:00

Hi, thought i'd share my slight struggles with eating the past week and half. I haven't had a fill but yet I am having a hard time with most food getting stuck. It is so strange. I am not eating too fast, because i'm paying close attention since i'm having such a hard time.

Seems like anything solid is getting stuck. Unfortunately i've been eating bad food, you know the stuff that goes down easy. Chocolate, ice cream, chips, and i've been eating soup. I've heard from the discussion board it could be due to it being close to "that time of the month". But I don't think that's the case........

I think I will email my dr and see what she says!

take care!
Kerri

Firecracker 5K yeah, I did it!

2008-07-09T10:19:00.003-05:00

What a beautiful morning it was on the 4th of July! Great day for a 5K! Here I am with Jeremy Jones, the 5K winner. I tried a different strategy this time, ran as much as I could then walked and continued that thru the run.

Kerri Drees 42:50

there's my time. My Fargo Marathon time was 44:57. so I beat it by about 2 minutes and 7 seconds! Hey, every second counts! That's all I wanted to do, beat my last 5k time!

Yesterday, I went out for my run/walk and I was amazed at how well I felt and did! I actually didn't hate it! LOL, that is amazing! I hate running, I am terrible at it.....but like I said, yesterday actually felt really good! Maybe i'll start to like it!

If you would like to join me Saturday August 2nd for the 5K or half marathon(yeah right), I will be doing the Cats Incredible 5K. Join me! http://www.gfymca.org/ for details or email me!

Take Care
Kerri

Exercise.....

2008-06-27T09:49:00.002-05:00

It's Friday and so far this week I have only worked out twice! I went to the gym Wednesday and decided to get on the treadmill after taking a few weeks off from running. Just was so busy.
I tell ya, it doesn't take long to get out of shape! I went 2 miles and was still able to run for some of it, but it sure was tuffer than I thought it would be.

Fridays are always busy at work, Savanna comes home from a week at camp! YIPPY! and I have to go to Mayville "Heroes and Legends Sports Bar" for a remote. Hmmm, no time for a work out today! I usually take the week ends off, at least one day but this week end i'm gonna work out Saturday and Sunday!

July 4th i'll be doing the Sertoma/YMCA 5k! Looking forward to that, if you want to join me, please do!

Enjoy the Week end!
Kerri

Happy Birthday MOMMY!

2008-06-25T13:04:00.002-05:00

The best birthday present a mom could ask for! Savanna is my 9 year old daughter. She called our morning show and wished me a happy birthday!

Happy Birthday to me

2008-06-23T12:24:00.003-05:00

Hi, I finally had some time to put together this nice little birthday present!

Thanks Denny!

Kerri

Thank You Altru!

2008-06-10T07:57:00.002-05:00

Altru puts out a quarterly magazine called Everyday, Improving Health, Enriching Life. If you happen to pick it up, (it was in last Sundays paper too) they did a feature story on me and my LAP BAND journey.

It's pretty cool and an honor to be published in their magazine. I love the opportunity to help anyone who is struggling with weight loss.

Just wanted to say thanks to Altru and thank you for taking the time to read it!

Kerri

Exercise feels great....I think

2008-06-09T18:55:00.002-05:00

Hey, we went to the lake this week end and after a week of not working out...I decided to do for a little run...well.....walk. fast walk anyway. I put on my running shoes and headed out the cabin door. It felt SO good to be outside walking/running getting some exercise! Boy, those hills are a little tuff when you're used to flat ground! ha ha

I kept saying to myself, "this is not fun". joking of coarse!

Wanna run the sertoma 5K with me on July 4th? Would love some company!

Back to work today and back at the gym. Played some raquetball by myself, felt great!

It's 7pm and i'm ready for bed! Nashville Star is on, can't miss it! Go Alyson and Ashley!

take care,
Kerri

Things that make you CRY

2008-06-06T22:03:00.002-05:00

My dear friend Lynae's funeral was today-tho I shed many tears, there is so much comfort knowing she is in heaven.
When I returned to work to finish the day, we all were asked to move our network folders to a different drive. I CUT/PASTED my folders and proceded to record my Sunday Sonrise show (Christian radio show/9-11am on 104.3). hmmm all my other folders seem to be here, where is my Sunday Sonrise folder? What happened?!!!! oh no, this can't be true! ALL my data is in this folder for my show, audio, artist bio's, song explanations, pictures of the bands, hours of work i've done........I can't find the folder....it's GONE! after spending 45 minutes trying to find it, .....I gave up. Now I have to start from the beginning. I cried, alot.
Not enough sleep this week, worked-out Monday, that was it. I was too tired from working all day and teaching VBS at night.

Going to the lake this week end, I think i'll sleep!

enjoy the week end...oh, I just ate a home-made bun...couldn't resist and now i'm paying for it. It's stuck and it hurts. dang it! Trying to burp it out!

Kerri

Summer time challanges

2008-06-03T09:37:00.002-05:00

I have been struggling with keeping my work out routine. Things get so busy at work and VBS is this week, yard work..... and my family......it's really hard to keep up my routine! Plus going to the gym when it is so nice out is very hard for me! So, yesterday I went home and ran, I only ran 2 miles but it was alot of mental work just to make myself do that!

It's so easy to just slip out of a routine, It is taking all I have right now to keep with some sort of daily exercise! BUT, I will tell you I am keeping up with exersice as hard as it is. I'm not giving in to NOT working out! I hope my words today can be encouraging to you and help you PUSH YOURSELF to just do it!

Enjoy the day!
Kerri

The loss of a dear friend, Lynae Sondreal

2008-05-30T11:29:00.003-05:00

Lynae Sondreal went to be with the Lord yesterday, May 29, 2008. She always had a smile on her face and joy in her heart! Angels all around you, she would tell you.....and now there are angels all around her! I feel so blessed to have gotten to know Lynae the past couple years here at Leighton. Lynae worked here at the front desk for about 10 years! She moved to Sedona Arizona about 6 months ago. I don't know the details of her death, only that she was having some heart problems, an apparent viral attack on her heart. She suffered 2 heart attacks early this week that put her in a coma and she never woke up.

It's obvious God has bigger plans for her and ..........

We are all so thankful she knew the Lord! Wow, what a blessing knowing where she is today! Praise God!

http://www.stennesfuneralhome.com/sitemaker/sites/stenne0/obit.cgi?user=lynae-sondreal

Pray for Lynae's family and friends!
God Bless,

Kerri

Reached another goal....FINALLY!

2008-05-28T19:21:00.002-05:00

I didn't think I was ever gonna get to 50 pounds! I have been trying to get to 50 pounds lost for at least 6 weeks. It's getting really tuff now, the weight isn't coming off as easy as I would like, but I also keep in mind it's the healthy way to loose!

50 POUNDS LOST...YIPPY....HURRAY FOR ME!!!!!

Man it's been alot of work! :-)

The biggest struggle I have is eating right, eating healthy because it seems as tho much of the food that's "good" for me, I can't eat because it gets stuck and is just too much work! I end up resorting to those foods that I know won't get stuck. Like chocolate, chips, (I do drink BOOST everyday)

I can sit and eat a 1/2 cup of reeses pieces with no problem! Of coarse, I don't eat anything else.....

I have to eat really S L O W!! sometimes I forget cuz i'm hungry and it's too late! it's stuck! "sigh"

I get frustrated at times because I JUST WANT TO EAT IT! LOL.....but can't!

I've really noticed the difference in the way I eat now. The size of my bites are tiny...tiny...tiny! and I chew....chew....chew! Ha, don't go out to eat with me, we'll be there FOREVER! I usually end up taking my food home and eating it later at a much slower pace!

No, I wouldn't change a thing....my band is where it should be, i'm so thankful I HAD THE SURGERY! Wouldn't change that. I just have to continue to teach myself what to eat and how to eat!

Now, where is the ice cream! LOL

take care!
Kerri

Daughter Savanna and hubby Steve

2008-05-23T22:40:00.001-05:00

Knight for a Princess 2008

God is Evident

2008-05-23T22:35:00.001-05:00

Hi, I took this picture last fall when my husband and I took a trip up to the North Shore, this is the Beaver River. I love the North Shore, absolutely breath taking.

Moms new steps and patio

2008-05-23T21:57:00.013-05:00

Last week end after the Fargo Marathon, there was work to be done at my moms house. Thanks to Scott and Tammi for building such nice new steps! Sure saved us alot of time and sweat!

We unloaded the patio block and started layin the block. It's always interesting to see how a project goes from small, to LARGE! Yeah, just one row of patio blocks! Sure thing!

I arrived on the scene and was pleasantly surprised to see how much had been done!

My mom loves to be in crawl spaces, i'll have to find more pictures of her so you can see!

Looks great mom!

I can't help but look at this picture and laugh. Why? I was busy laying the patio block listening to my sister Kristi go on and on about how much she LOVED the saw, and power tools. She was having way too much fun! Man we had fun!

Look out, it's a wild woman!

Scott and Tammi

Thanks so much you guys!

Wow, don't they look awesome!

This is my sister Kristi, mom and me in orange! Steps and patio look great! I will add more pictures with it all done as soon as I get those!

Crazy week

2008-05-23T14:30:00.002-05:00

Hello, have a wonderful holiday week end and be safe! Also remember to take a moment to reflect on those who have losted their lives fighting for our freedom. That's Monday at 3pm!

I am doing great and looking forward to getting out of town and to the cabin this week end!

Talk to you soon!

Kerri

Fargo Marathon.....I did it!

2008-05-17T17:40:00.004-05:00

Hey there, I did it! Yippy! What an incredible experience! It was amazing to see so many people ranging in age! kids, teens, up to an 82 year old man who ran! I think it's great so many parents understand the importance of teaching their kids about a healthy lifestyle!

It took me 44:57 but I did it and I ran the whole way. Sure, a SLOW run, but my goal was to NOT walk and I didn't!

OVERALL PLACE: 2634 out of 6824

Not too bad! top 39%

Thank you so much to Jay Nelson, my brother in law for being right there for me a the last stretch......I was coming around the bend, exhausted and ready to give up and walk and there was Jay! He jumped in next to me and helped me "GO FOR IT"! Thank you and I am proud of you too Jay!

Jay Nelson: 25:05

OVERALL: 251

in his division: 11th out of 368

in his gender: 206 out of 3551

AMAZING JAY!

I hope you know if there is something you want to do in life, you CAN do it! I NEVER would have thought I could run a 5K and I did! Just put your mind to it and GO FAR! Get it? FARGO MARATHON is GO FAR! he he

WEB ALBUM-FARGO MARATHON

You can check out the pictures my sister and mom took at the link above!

Take Care!

Kerri

I did it!

2008-05-14T21:20:00.002-05:00

Tonight was our last Boop a Thon training thru Center Court Fitness Club. Thanks to Chris and Lynn for doing such a great job of preparing us for the Fargo 5K this Saturday.

For the first time ever, I actually ran the whole 5k tonight! Sure, many people could walk faster than I was trotting, but I didn't walk any of it! That is pretty awesome for me!

Tomorrow Jared from Subway is on our morning show, 7:20. He is running the Fargo Marathon so he's doing publicity stuff. We are pumped to have him in the studio!

I am very excited for the Fargo 5k! Can't wait to be a part of the experience. If you would have asked me if I would ever run a marathon, even a 5K I would have laughed at you! I couldn't even run 30 feet.

Take Care and be Happy!

Kerri

Almost time for the Fargo Marathon

2008-05-12T20:57:00.002-05:00

Hi, I have been in a bit of a fog these last couple weeks. Every time I thought about writing a note, I thought about Caitlin's death and it felt like nothing I would write was important enough.

I have struggled with keeping my work out routine too, it just seems like things have been really busy and I've put working out on the back burner. Don't get me wrong, I haven't quit exercising all together, I just haven't been as faithful as I should. Especially considering the Fargo Marathon is this Saturday. I'm ready for it tho, as ready as I can be.

I have to say I look forward to Boop a Thon training being done so I can get back to my regular work out time.

I'm excited for this Thursday, Subway Jared is joining us live on the air. Tune in if you can!

Man I've been tired lately, off to bed!

Have a great Tuesday,
Kerri

Caitlin Calgaro laid to rest

2008-05-06T20:09:00.002-05:00

Hello, I've been trying to think of the words to share all day and I thought about Caitlin's funeral and Pastor Felix sharing Caitlin's love for life. She was so active, excelled at everything she did Volleyball, Hockey, Baseball, Skiing, and tho she led a busy life, her life was never to busy for God. And that in itself is amazing and will leave a legacy for all those in her life. I believe her confirmation verse says so much about her love for those around her.

John 14:16-17
And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever—the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you.

Here is a picture of Caitlin's mom and I. Tanisha(my oldest daughter) and I spent some time with Loni Saturday morning! Never pass up an opportunity to spend time with your friends!

Take Care,
Kerri

Brianna Smith upgraded from critical to serious

2008-05-01T10:29:00.003-05:00

DULUTH — Two victims from separate accidents in the area Monday remain hospitalized in Duluth, but one is improving and the other remains in critical condition.Fifteen-year-old Briana Smith was upgraded from critical to serious condition on Wednesday, a St. Mary’s Medical Center spokesperson said.

HI this is Caitlin Calgaro's best friend, just wanted to be sure anyone looking for information would be able to find it! If you know more about Briana, don't hesitate to blog it!

I also recieved an email from a family from of Travis and Katie, the two passengers in the other vehicle. They both need prayer, having an extremely hard time with this!

Thank you so much!
Kerri

Caitlin Rae Calgaro

2008-04-30T09:37:00.001-05:00

Caitlin Rae Calgaro
November 15, 1991 April 28, 2008

Caitlin Rae Calgaro, 16, of Iron, died Monday, April 28, 2008, in a tragic motor vehicle accident in Cherry.She was born Nov. 15, 1991, in Virginia, the daughter of John and Loni Calgaro.

She lived in the Virginia area the past several years, most recently in Cherry. Caitlin had a strong faith in the Lord, she “Loved the Lord,” and was confirmed at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Virginia on May 2007.

She enjoyed volleyball, softball, skating, hockey, horseback riding, playing flute in band, camp, and being a ski instructor.

She is survived by her parents, John and Loni; brothers, Dustin Calgaro of St. Cloud and Travis Calgaro of Lakeland; sister, McKenzie Calgaro of Iron; paternal grandparents, Marian Skrbich of Goodland and Richard Calgaro of Grand Rapids; maternal grandparents, Darlene and Jim Sherrard of Zimmerman; aunts and uncles, Rick (Barb) Calgaro, Monica (Steve) Carpenter, Mike (Sue) Taylor, Shelly (Randy) Jacobsen, Cathy (Tom) Kremers, Jim (Karen) Calgaro, David (Mitzi) Calgaro; cousins; and many friends.

Funeral: Service will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 5, at Grace Lutheran Church in Hibbing.Visitation: Will be from 6 – 8 p.m., Sunday, May 4, and for one hour prior to the funeral service on Monday at Grace Lutheran Church in Hibbing. Revs. Brad Felix and Mark Palmer will officiate.Burial: Interment will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Goodland Township.Memorials may be directed to the Family of Caitlin Calgaro, C/O Trinity Lutheran Church, 900 S. 13th St., Virginia, MN 55792.Family services provided by Bauman-Cron, a Bauman Family Funeral Home in Virginia. To leave a personal remembrance of Caitlin online, please see: www.baumanfuneralhome.com.

The loss of a dear friend

2008-04-29T08:33:00.005-05:00

I got a call from a dear friend of mine in Hibbing, Sarah Kivela. I couldn't talk, was on the air and she said, "Kerri, you must call me back ASAP."

A week ago Sunday I got a call from a very dear friend Loni Calgaro. Her and her family are very special and precious to me and my family. Her oldest son Dustin(22) spent a couple years living with us several years ago. They also have a son Travis 20, daughter Caitlin 16, and Mcenzie 4 1/2.

Loni and I talked about "stuff" and we shared the excitement of seeing each other this coming week end. Caitlyn and I have always been great friends too! I love her so much. She will be missed. I am still in shock. I just sent her a text yesterday, wondering why she didn't reply, now I know why!

http://www.startribune.com/18361254.html

Please pray for them!
Kerri

Psalm 18 (King James Version)

Psalm 18
1I will love thee, O LORD, my strength.
2The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.
3I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies.
4The sorrows of death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid.
5The sorrows of hell compassed me about: the snares of death prevented me.
6In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears.

My day

2008-04-23T21:06:00.002-05:00

I gotta tell you, keeping track of what you eat makes ALL the difference in the world! I am terrible (still) and grabbing a bite of this and a bite of that.....it adds up! and fast! It's only been 2 days of doing www.twye.com but it's really opened my eyes and I'm realize I need to work harder on my eating habits.

Geez, I'm workin my butt off, you would think I could watch it a little closer! I am gonna! darn it!

Boop a thon training tonight-I had cortisone shots in both heels today and didn't do what the Dr told me. He said no "trotting". walking is fine....well, I trotted. It's not like I'm going super fast and slamming my feet on the ground. Anyway, I did pretty good, was able to keep up my pace better than last week, so I am getting a little better! I'm still at the back of the pack! That's OK, it's given me a chance to get to know another gal in BOOP A THON, Karen. I enjoy our conversations!

Gotta get to bed! Hey, day 3 of no TV! Man it's been tempting, especially before bed. AND GREYS ANATOMY is on tomorrow night. I think I might have to watch it. I deserve it! right?!

Take Care,
Kerri

TWEET what you eat

2008-04-22T21:22:00.002-05:00

http://tweetwhatyoueat.com/

This is awesome, my hubby showed it to me last night, I thought it was too hard to understand and boy was I wrong! I've been searching for the best way to keep track of what i'm eating and this is perfect for me! I am a on my computer quite a bit for work and personal use so it's pretty cool!

Check it out, let me know if you like it, wanna do it and have troubles/questions!

Had a good day today, day 2 of no T.V.- Even Savanna is gung ho! Steve...he'd like to turn on the T.V. but didn't! good job honey!

Have a great Wednesday!

Kerri

Fun with Family

2008-04-21T20:21:00.010-05:00

My mom, sister Kristi & Kelli, brother Ken and niece Laura headed to Barnsville Friday morning for the huge city wide sale! Boy did we find some special deals as you will see. My mom loves the green purse she found, she was a hippy in her past life, so it makes sense. She loves poodles and I just happened to find a cute little poodle purse for .50. Still wondering how she missed it! Either way, she gets the goods!

Man I found some cool stuff! goggles, raquet, neclace, hello kitty basket, undies apron! WOW!

Ok, so my mom found the undies apron, sister Kelli found a new skirt. I thought it was a Christmas tree skirt but she insists it's not! hmmmmm

Good thing there was 2 princess crowns, you should have seen the fight that broke out after finding just one! Mom and Brother Ken, you look precious!

So my deal of the day was a Sond cyber shot 6 mega pixel camera. $25! took this pic with it! NICE!!!!

Neice Laura, she loves pinapples! sister Kristi and mom! I love you guys!

Sure had a great time with you guys, I am so glad I took a vacation day and joined you! I'm realizing more and more how important it is to spend a little time with those you love! I know I won't go to my grave wishing I worked more! You know what I mean?

Take care,
Kerri

I love M&M's

2008-04-16T09:58:00.002-05:00

I really need to stop grabbing M&M's, chocolate, chips.......Sure, it's about all I eat, but it's really holding me back. Geez, as hard as I work out, you would think I would have a little more will power!

Alright, enough is enough! I need to make a promise to you, yes you! And I need you to ask me how i'm doing.

I promise to not buy another bag of M&M's! hmmm, for a month! How bout I take er a month at a time! yeah! SO, no M&M's until May 16!

I promise to also cut back on snacky foods and focus on eating better!

Have a great day!

Kerri

Cancer

2008-04-11T05:11:00.002-05:00

HI there...so last night after the SIOUX lost big time my dear hubby asked me to watch a TV show he had taped the night before. (I had to do station work, so I missed this show). It was the Diane Sawyer special on Randy Pauch author of The Last Lecture ....at the time, Randy had been given 3-6 healthy months to live. As I sat and watched this special, I was in tears, what an amazing man. Amazing wife and 3 beautiful children. If you don't take the time to do anything else, please watch this, it's a little over an hour long, but you will be incredible blessed by Randy. I'm going to buy his book today!

(see the YOUTUBE video here)

Here is Randy's blog too: HERE

I am also a Mike Gallagher fan, www.mikeonline.com

message from Mike

As I drove into work today, Kevin Wall was in for Mike and at the close of his show he shared the news that Mike's wife Denise took a turn for the worse......cancer......

As I sit here getting ready to do another morning show, I have tears in my eyes, but yet I'm thankful for a husband who battled cancer and won, he is now cancer free. I have my father, diagnosed with a very rare form of cancer: mantel cell lymphoma

Most people die from it, my dad DID NOT. He's had an extremely hard battle the last 2 years with it, but won! I called my dad last week and he gave me the good news! CANCER FREE!

Please visit our website www.97kyck.com and look at the information about our Relay For Life coming up, join our team! Help us make a difference!

God bless you and remember to tell the people you love that you love them. Give em a big hug too!

Kerri
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My beautiful daughter and loving husband

2008-04-08T20:23:00.004-05:00

A KNIGHT FOR A PRINCESS

This is my husband Steve and youngest daughter Savanna at the Daddy Daughter dance called A Knight For A Princess. This is the second year they have gone and they had an absolute blast! Well, Savanna did anyway. Dad isn't fond of dancing, but you bet Savanna drug him out there on the dance floor! I was only allowed to stay long enough to take a few pictures!

Paying closer attention

2008-04-03T18:31:00.002-05:00

You would think I would have this down pat by now. You know, eating the right foods and eating SLOW! Old habits die hard and now that i've learned alot from my last "over" fills, I feel like I'm paying closer attention to what i'm eating and the speed at which I eat.

My husband just said to me, "honey, you've spent 39 years learning how to eat wrong". You can't expect to just "unlearn it like that"! Thanks honey! That is very true!

I'm "trying" different solid foods, trying to figure out what I can and can't eat. I tried a Southbeach lunch today, green beans, chicken and sauce. It was small pieces of chicken, but I couldn't eat it. I ate about 1/2 and it started getting uncomfortable, so that was the end of that!

I think I ate too fast! dang it! Hey, i'm eating a heck of alot slower than I used to!

ok, I'm very tired, had to host the Colgate Country Showdown last night at Borrowed Bucks and i'm way too old for it!

Enjoy the week end and keep prayin for more sunshine!

Kerri

Kerri@97kyck.com

My video patient story is on Altru.org

2008-03-31T20:23:00.001-05:00

http://www.altru.org/body.cfm?id=1167

Hi, just wanted to share the video with you. I haven't watched it yet, I don't like watching myself, kinda nervous about watching it. I know, silly!

Tomorrow!

take care,
Kerri

I ate 3 cookies today.........

2008-03-31T20:16:00.002-05:00

I didn't eat them one after another, that's good! LOL

One of the problems with Lap Band is you can still eat things like cookies, chips, crackers, stuff like that. Of all the food that gets stuck, those are things that DON'T get stuck!

But, with that said, I did reach another goal. I shoot for 10 pound goals, starting with 290, then 280....270...260......250 and I FINALLY got under 250, 248 today! It's seems like I've had a really hard time getting under 250, so I'm pretty excited about it!

I know it's because of BOOP a thon training and the running/trotting I'm doing!

OK, I'm off to bed, thanks for reading my blog! I hope you are doing great! Spring/Summer is coming! Do you have goals you want to reach? Can I help in anyway? Don't hesitate to email me, kerri@97kyck.com

Have a great one!
Kerri

BOOP a thon training

2008-03-26T20:20:00.002-05:00

Hi there,

We had our 2nd BOOP a thon training tonight at Center Court Fitness Club and we ran/walked, it was great! Monday night we lifted weights and did some tuff training. I think all of our legs are sore today, it's a good sore tho! Yep, sure! LOL

I am loving the training so far and if you are not exercising, call Center Court and let them help you get on track! They are so helpful and friendly!

BTW, food is going down good today! Yippy!

Kerri

The Dr. was right.....imagine that!

2008-03-25T18:07:00.002-05:00

So, the little 1/2cc of saline wasn't the right thing to do. My Dr told me, "Kerri, you are probably fine where you are and I would suggest not giving you a fill". Yep, should have listened, but I really had to find out for myself. At least it wasn't' as bad this time as last. I could drink water and soup and other liquids. Altho, I had pain/stuck problems with liquids.

I'm just glad I made the decision to go in and have it taken out. Alot of times "banders"-that's what we're called, will suffer thru it because we think we'll loose more weight this way. Not true. Actually, I believe it's opposite. It's taken me about 40 years to realize that.

The worst part of the last few days was the exhaustion that came with this constant battle with food stuck. It is so stressful and such an emotional drain. I become more tired than I already am and it makes exercise very difficult.

Exercise is the key, I can't stress that enough!

Dr advised me to keep food records and try different foods and see what is going to be good for ME! Of coarse, try those foods at a very slow and small rate!

It's not hard for me to admit I was wrong and she was right! I am very thankful!
Thank you Dr. S!!!

Take care and let's hope this snow melts and things dry up! I am ready for spring!

Kerri

Where does the time go?

2008-03-19T17:46:00.002-05:00

Hi,

I am very happy to share that we raised 42, 220 for St. Jude children Research hospital last Thursday and Friday and I am also happy it's over. It's alot of work.....alot of stress and last week was not a good week emotionally for me. I struggled alot!

Sometimes it seems like the more I want to change things, the more they stay the same. Does that make sense?

My eating hasn't been the greatest. Been eating Dilly bars, and food that goes down easy like well....ice cream! LOL

Usually soup for lunch, i'm really hung up on cheese salsa and chips. ....I could eat that cheese salsa by the jar! Heat it up and ...tah dah....you have soup! LOL

I'm going to get a fill tomorrow.....I can eat too much and I don't like it. I am only going to get 1/2 cc tho. There is no way i'm taking a chance on getting too much fill! That was terrible!

Since it's been so nice, i've been coming home and "trotting" with my dog. I call it trotting because it's not running and it's not walking.....I just kinda trot along!

I can't wait for Spring/Summer! yeah!

oh, my oldest daughter Tanisha called.....long story short, her kitty cat bit her really bad and she has an infection running thru her veins. Doctor said she needs to come in ASAP if it spreads outside a circle she drew on her wrist. She said it hurts really bad......I just hope and pray it doesn't spread!

Off to run, not gonna give in to the dilly bars tonight! :-)

have a great Easter if I don't talk to you!

Kerri