Summertime and the living is easy.....
July 21, 2008 8:15am
I had a very nice weekend. Al came over on Saturday. He wanted to go out to dinner and a movie. It was just too hot to eat in a …
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reenee’s Profile
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About Me
I recently retired from working in Human Resources for New York City government. I have not smoked since November 12, 2006. The same day I found Daily Strength. Could not have done it without the support from Dr. O and the other DS members. I was also taking care of my Mom. She passed away this March, 2008 at the age of 90. Since I have stopped smoking, I gained 50 lbs. I have taken off 10 of them so far. I also suffer from acute astma and have many breathing problems.
Interests
Love travelling have been all over to many places. My travel destinations now are resorts and cruises. My little terrier/chihuahua mix is by my side at all times. She is 16 years old and almost blind. I have a new male friend who is retired from the Music Industry. We both like theater, baseball, music, movies and of course food. I enjoy cooking and making my home comfortable.
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Recent Activity
Yesterday
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reenee replied to chix311’s discussion post OA? does anyone sometimes feel like...? in the Food Addiction support group 8:41am
I have tried everything, I had experimental lap band surgery in the early 1980's. Gained all my weight…
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reenee gave Vteacher Flowers 7:42am
Hello Vicki - Big smiles and hugs to you this morning. Luv, Ree…
Thursday
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reenee gave BamaFlash Flowers 7:21pm
HELLO GOR-JUS Luv the redhead in the hat. Thanks for you well wishes for us about the storm. Luv, Ree…
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reenee gave Whitebird Flowers 7:00pm
Ok, This Too Shall Pass, yeah, yeah, yeah! Luv ya, Ree…
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reenee gave BobCJ Flowers 3:42pm
Hi Bob: Thanks for your sincerity. Its nice to hear that you have had a spiritual awakening and that…
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Journal
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Today's Affirmations
July 15, 2008 4:06pm
I have love
I have time
I am happy
That is my vision
Enjoy this lovely …
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Have to Brag on Her and My other Strong Swans too!
July 13, 2008 11:40am
I had such a wonderful weekend. Al and I went out east to LongIslandKat's house. Kathy is my cousin. We have always been like …
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Love Letters
July 11, 2008 9:33pm
Mother passed away on March 17th she was 90. Papa passed six years ago. While cleaning out her things I came upon an envelope marked …
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Weight Watchers Dropout - OH WELL!
July 9, 2008 8:05pm
I am not attending the Weight Watchers meetings. It is a long story and I don't want to re-feel the feelings. Bottom line, its a lot …
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Hugbook
Flower
Flowers for a beautiful woman both inside and out. Hope you have a good weekend........hugz
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Hi Ree, Loved the flowers. Have a wonderful weekend. Love, Vicki
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I’m With You
you are a sweetheart, never believe anything else!
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Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter. Mark Twain
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Good Luck
ree, at least we can commiserate with each other . That's what friends are for. : ) OOXXX
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Goals
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Support Groups
Close Smoking Addiction & Recovery
Treatments
- Laughter Working / Worked
- Wow so glad for taking it light - its getting pretty intense over at Smoking Addiction - The proselytizer can really get to me - If I see the word treatment one more time I am getting Nurse Ratchetts' cap out. I peed my pants laughing about the 'funeral for the cigs' - My Irish sense of humor - well we love wakes and what a better way to get rid of the evil white cylinders - but to wake em, burn or bury and be gone. Life is short - Live and Let Live - The more I laugh - The more I use my lungs - Ree
Close Food Addiction
Hi: - I have stopped smoking - gained 50 lbs. Member of OA for many years. Had experimental lap-band 25 years ago. I need help with my compulsive overeating. I am retired now and need/give support. Thanks Ree.
Treatments
- Overeaters Anonymous (OA) Working / Worked
- I have tried other Programs - but go back to my friends from OA always. A little judgemental.
- Gastric Bypass Surgery Not Working
- Procedure done in early 1980s gept weight off for about 810 years. Vomiting weak Bdeficient bad slipped. Fearful for the full bypass.
Open Bereavement
My Mother just passed away recently. I am feeling all sorts of things love, guilt, sadness. I took care of her since my Dad passed seven years ago. My life has been on hold since. I recently retired and am taking care of myself now.
Treatments
- Crying Working / Worked
- The crying come in waves - i am not always sad nor always happy.
- Helping Others Working / Worked
- Keeping Busy Somewhat Helpful
- Music Somewhat Helpful
- Pets Working / Worked
- My pet is what got me throught two deaths. I think of her as my counselour I tell her all.
- Reading Working / Worked
- Talking Somewhat Helpful
Open Obesity
I have had a weight problem for most of my life. Up and down lost the most w/OA and WLS. stopped smoking and am at my highest weight now. Trying to get my health back.
Treatments
- Gastric Bypass Surgery Working / Worked
- Early 1980's I was a test case w/lap band surgery. My doctor passed away, too afraid to go further along this route. No band around my brain. I am not judgemental but for me this is not an option anymore.
- Overeaters Anonymous (OA) Working / Worked
- For me, this is what saved my life. The real deal, 3-fold program. physical, mental, spirtual growth.
- Physical Exercise Working / Worked
- Walking and Swimming and aquacize works, easy on the joints.
- Slim-Fast Working / Worked
- Good healty treat jam packed w/vitamins better than a candy bar for a treat.
- Swimming Working / Worked
- Yes water boyency helps to do twice as much exercise. Recommend
- Topamax Considering
- Heard it was a dirty drug. Been the diet pill route when young - they do not work for long term weight loss.
- Weight Watchers Working / Worked
- A livable total living healthy eating plan
Open Diets & Weight Maintenance
I have gained 50 lbs since I have stopped smoking. I have tried WW, OA and neeed help. I have vowed to keep trying and not to give up. Thanks, Ree
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