Rocky's Road --> November/December 2007

[Rocky]

I figured I would make this a joint journal of Nov and Dec since I am starting it so late. I've been away from computer land for quite some time now but am happy to be back!!! Also just 2 days ago I finally got my insulin pump all hooked up... I don't know if I had mentioned I was getting one in here before. Hmmm... well anyways I finally got it and I'm LOVING it!!!! It's the greatest advancment out there as of yet, and boy is it great. After taking needles everyday for the past 10 years to not having to take any (except for every 3-4 days to change the set) it's pretty amazing. And I'm already feeling a lot better. My blood sugars are in way better range (even though it has only been 2 days) and my insulin requirements have decreased quite drastically.

It is also going to help me on the healthy eating side of things because I have to count carbs again, something I had to do when first diagnosed and did for the first 5 years but then kind of just winged it from there... so I'm really excited about that aspect as well. Plus, with less insulin = less lows = less eating to have to cover the lows = WEIGHT LOSS!!!! Yayyy!!!!

Also while I was gone I had and eye exam which showed I have a small hemorrhage in both my eyes, which is a sign of diabetic retinopathy, which eventually leads to blindness. So that gave me quite a scare but was also a wake up call to start taking better care of myself. As well I met with a new doctor since the one I've had since I was a baby works at a medicenter and doesn't take appointments anymore... but I'm soooo happy I made the change. I love my new doctor. He's very thourough and says I'm gerally a very ealthy person, except for my weight, which he is concerned about. Might I add that he is the FIRST doc in my life that has ever made mention to it, and I've always been overweight. So he set me up to see someone who works with him on weight loss and diabetes and life changes and such.. Sounds kind of like a life coach to me. I see her next week.

So that's all that's new in my world. I'm still holding at 230lbs. Hopefully I'll finally see that dropping soon.

[hammer]

Hey Rocky,

thanks for the update. It seems like things are beginning to get on track for you. I look forward to hearing how your appointment goes with your coach.


My wife's pet name is Rocky. I named her that because she loves going to the beach to pick up rocks. Some times she will have me pull over on the side of the road so she can get a rock that we've driven by.

[muppet]

Hello Rocky! It's so nice to hear from you again. I'll hope you'll be posting regularly now that you are back in 'computerland'!
It sounds like you have a lot of positive changes happening in your life. I think it's great, and I know you'll do well.
I'm glad you realize how important it is to take proper care of yourself. Sometimes when people are really young, they think nothing can happen to them. But whatever your issues, whatever your age.. you need to take care of your body. It's the only one you've got!

[Rocky]

So week one on my pump went off with a bang. It is so wonderful and I love it sooooo much! I just wish I had gone on it sooner! I haven't been working out this week because my doctor and I were still tweaking things and making everything tick just right. So this week I am going to take the motivation I have building up and put it to good use. Hopeing to start back at the gym starting tomorrow.

[muppet]

I'm glad things are going so well for you. Keep us posted!

[nahum1_7]

I am so glad you are staying on top of your diabetes, I have 2 friends that are blind because they didnt take care of themselves One is only in his mid thirties.

Have fun, take it a few pounds at a time and the loss will add up before you know it!

[Rocky]

I got up a little later than usual today and was planning on going to the gym but given my time restraints of driving there and back to shower before work I just did a workout DVD here at home. The Biggest Loser 2 one... MAN is it ever intense. I was soaked after I did my self made 45 min. work out. It felt great to finally be back in the active world again. I was glowing the rest of the night. I'm hoping to do that DVD 2 times a week and hit the gym at least 3. Plus I have my water boot camp every Wed. night. I think I'll make Thursday my rest day since that is my day off and I usually have plans that night with friends. Now the key is to stick with this plan as much as possible.

[nahum1_7]

whats water boot camp?

I stink at doing videos, I always break stuff in the house. Keep up the good work!

[Rocky]

Water boot camp is a kick ass workout in the water. We wear these boots that work in the opposite way that flippers do, resisting the water in all directions. we use free weights and are constanly moving. It's awesome! I usually feel like a blob of jello afterwards. But actually today is the last class ....well there is one more next week but I'll be missing because I am going to Bon Jovi.

Yesterday I did the BL2 DVD again and got my cousin to do it with me. It was yet again a great workout and my legs have been hurting ever since. I am going to get destroyed at water boot camp tonight. But I'm taking a break tomorrow and it's my last class so I'll be giving it my all.

I am LOVING all the snow we are getting. Driving is never fun on icy roads but I love everything else about snow!!! This is my favorite time of year!

[nahum1_7]

When I broke my foot I lost 25 pounds just working out in the water, I love it! That class sounds great.

Have a blessed day!
Tracey