Cate's Diary

LaMaria said:
:D That made me laugh.
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I'll have to try to be a bit tougher, LaMa. You would laugh if you saw me now, trying to type with my laptop sitting on my armrest & the dog firmly snuggled into me. We had a rough night last night & he was really stressed. It was super windy.
Emilyrose said:
It’s so funny - in a couple of months when he is used to the place, you will feel more relaxed that he won’t run off. You’ll probably be stricter with laptime as well. It’s really interesting to read about the process.
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Not so funny this morning. I'm exhausted.
JuliePulie said:
Adorable dog! Love that name too, Archie.
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He is adorable, but not quite so besotted this morning. I really need my sleep.

Last night he managed to somehow drag the woollen blanket I had draped around his crate into the crate. We had no idea how he did that. The bars are very close together. He was very distressed.
I'll come back later.
 
Hi Liza & LaMa. I thought I had replied yesterday, but obviously not.
I played golf yesterday, as previously arranged, instead of napping & really enjoyed it. I napped during the evening though & got about 8 hours sleep last night. I put a large,thick grey towel over his crate & he still managed to drag most of that into his bed & was complaining. I then followed K9's suggestion to leave the tv on soft for some white noise. That seemed to do the trick.
We're going into "town" today for lunch with friends & will go to a large pet supply shop & stock up on a larger bed to fit his crate & some proper doggy toys. A friend has an old woollen blanket that she is dropping off at K's, who will bring it to golf tomorrow.
We are getting him used to different things. Today he's going to be left outside. He has a kennel under shelter, the decking & his yard. I will be happy when we get a doggy door! I'm trying to work it out & will ask at the pet shop.
 
This sounds such a wonderful life for Archie - a bit trying on you and G while he settles in, of course, but you're being so aware of his needs and so thoughtful in finding ways to help him. The blanket-dragging sounds so much like night-fears which I'm sure will sort themselves out soon - or else you've just got a real snuggler come to stay! :) Heartily endorse the restractable lead - I wish I had one for the little dog I've been walking!
 
Cate said:
I then followed K9's suggestion to leave the tv on soft for some white noise. That seemed to do the trick.
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That's what i do for myself when I'm anxious. it really helps me too :)
Do you know if Archie had these issues before or if it's just with movement to a new place?
It's interesting how relaxed he sounds in the day but anxious at night--just like with lots of people when their anxieties surface at night.

Glad you were able to get out and enjoy a game of golf :)
 
Hmmm I am betting he just wants to snuggle up on your bed during the night after being on your lap in the day . Does he sleep in the crate during the day ?
 
The larger bed may give him more snuggle possibilities, too. And part of it is probably habit. My dad used to leave the radio on for the pigs as well, by the way. He said it helped them stay calm.
 
Hi, Amy, Liza, Petal & LaMa. I think Archie will become more & more confident in his surroundings each day. We bought a bed that fits snuggly in his crate & he is in there now after a day outside playing with his toy. He keeps wandering in & out which is a good sign.
We had a lovely day. Restrictions have been eased a little & 5 people can visit someone at their home.
I also bought a new warm sleeveless vest & will wear it tomorrow. It is very cold!
 
Hi, LaMa & Petal. Tasmania still has closed borders & lots of restrictions, but are gradually easing them. It was just lovely to catch up with really lovely people.
It has been raining this morning & it's foggy. I'm going to go have a shower shortly & go out to the golf club just to catch up briefly, plus K should have an old woollen blanket for me from M. I don't want to put Archie outside again for a day as it's so wet & horrible & I don't like playing golf anyway when the ground is really wet. I will be quite happy to spend the day with Archie :)
It's time I came up with a set plan again, starting on the 1st of June. I'll think about it in the next couple of days. I think it will involve counting calories again, plus a minimum of steps, plus squats (I have been doing some) & I might let MFP set my calories. Hmmm....
 
Hey Cate, a while back you said something about staying with the forum. Not sure where the post was or exactly what you said, but the idea has stuck with me. I know you have seen a lot of people come and go over the years, and some who come back.

My question is how do you stay with it? I know that if I am going to maintain my weight loss I will need to, I need the accountability and support of folks here. But sometimes I worry about it. To be honest I have been spending less time posting and reading than I used to. Your thoughts on this would be helpful.
 
Cate, it sounds like this new puppy came at the right time. I am SO happy for you. I can't wait to get better and get a cat when the time is right. I hope your asthma is better.

Are you just maintaining weight right now or trying to lose? How much do you have to go?

xx
 
Hi, Rob, Liza, LaMa & Misty. I'll come back later & answer properly. I have a doctor's appointment this morning & have run out of time xoxo
 
alligatorob said:
Hey Cate, a while back you said something about staying with the forum. Not sure where the post was or exactly what you said, but the idea has stuck with me. I know you have seen a lot of people come and go over the years, and some who come back.
My question is how do you stay with it? I know that if I am going to maintain my weight loss I will need to, I need the accountability and support of folks here. But sometimes I worry about it. To be honest I have been spending less time posting and reading than I used to. Your thoughts on this would be helpful.
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Rob, when I first started in the forum I used to come into it when I was really tempted to deviate from my diet plan. After a while, I started thinking about the people in here & thinking that I wouldn't want to disappoint them. Then as I was getting to my goal I was afraid of maintenance & really wanted to get advice from those who had got to their goal weight & maintained successfully. There wasn't anyone so I promised myself & the others that I would stick around.
One thing I have learned that people who stick with the forum consistently don't usually regain their lost weight. As you said people come & go. Rarely do the ones that go keep the weight off. There's something about knowing that there is a group of caring & supportive people who care what happens to you. I often think about my forum friends & have stayed in touch with many who are no longer here.
You don't have to spend as much time as I do in the forum. You could just type in your diary. I know that's not really you as you are so supportive, but you could. There are some who never venture out from their diaries.
I stick around because the forum is now a part of my life. I think of it as real life & my forum friends are my friends. It's a bit like having pen pals. I probably tell you all more than I tell some of my other friends.
liza said:
Does sound like a nice day to cozy up with a dog :)
Always fun to start a new plan!
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It was :)
I haven't cooked up my plan yet.
LaMaria said:
Looking forward to hearing about your new plan :)
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Me too :D
misty22 said:
Cate, it sounds like this new puppy came at the right time. I am SO happy for you. I can't wait to get better and get a cat when the time is right. I hope your asthma is better.
Are you just maintaining weight right now or trying to lose? How much do you have to go?
xx
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Hi, Misty. He is such a cutie.
My Asthma is under control, but when it's foggy it's not too good.
I need to lose about 10 kg :( It's an ongoing, rest of my life thing & will never be easy. Getting to your happy weight is great, but then fighting to stay within a few kilos will be a lifelong battle. I just need to get back to that point again & then maintain the ground.

My doc was happy with me. I really just went to get a new script for my puffers, but it was nice to have a chat with her.
I bought some lovely uggs. Now I have my dog & ugg boots. This winter won't be so bad :)
 
Cate said:
Now I have my dog & ugg boots. This winter won't be so bad :)
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That made me chuckle :)
Nice to hear your doctor is happy with you; I tend to find that satisfying and reassuring.

Thanks for the thoughts on maintenance and the forum.
 
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