January 22, 2002
Happy New Year! :)
It's about time I got in here and started my 2002 journal, eh?
We are quite busy at work, with everyone wanting to try for surgery with their new insurance. Lots of people got new insurance at the first of the year, so they are calling to schedule consults. I love my job! It is fun, and I enjoy the people I work with. We are busy... but it's not so "crazy busy" that we are on each other's nerves all the time. Our director is understanding and great - she knows we are all trying the best we can to keep up, and she doesn't rag us about things.
Today, something happened that really made me feel good. I was walking to lunch, and as I walked down the hallway, a nurse was wheeling a patient toward me. I slowed down so they could go through a doorway before me, and the older gentleman in the chair said, "Excuse us..." I said, "Sure! No problem at all!" and as they wheeled the opposite direction down the hallway, I heard the man say to the nurse: "Well, she was sweet, wasn't she? What a pretty girl!"
That just about brought tears to my eyes. :)
Weight wise... I am still at 149#. Can't seem to get below that, but then I'm not trying all that hard. I go in for my initial consult with the plastic surgeon, Dr. Jerrold Laskin, this Thursday and I CAN NOT WAIT! Susan is going with me. Dr. Laskin did HER tummy tuck/arm job/lip/boob job recently, and she looks TERRIFIC. Please keep your fingers crossed that my insurance will find the abdominoplasty medically necessary for me! My medical reasons for having it include: rashes under the skin folds that keep recurring... weakened abdominal muscles from pregnancy, c-section and weight loss surgery... chronic back pain... not to mention losing a massive amount of weight and I look like a shar-pei! I'm really excited about having this belly skin removed. I will feel SO much better. But, I'm not complaining... I actually FIT into a size 8 dress! Granted, it doesn't look very good - but it fits! Hallelujah!
I made a web page for Susan... it's in the construction stages, but here is the link:
http://go.to/ssalzman
February 6, 2002
Happy February!
The big news on the homefront is that BOB HAS A JOB! Woohoo! :) He is working at a tow truck company just down the street. I don't think he's thrilled with the hours or the money, but I do think he will enjoy it as time goes by. My man, the wrecker dude! LOL! I am sooooo glad.
We in Indiana have been enjoying some unseasonably nice weather lately, and OF COURSE that means that I've been out riding my Bad Kitty. The other day, I took my very first "maiden voyage", all by myself out in the world, without Bob following behind me in the truck! What a feeling of freedom. I rode all over the place - but I stuck to roads where you didn't have to go over 45 MPH or so. I'm feeling quite comfortable at "in town" speeds, and with "in town" traffic. Not quite ready for the highway yet, but that day will come. I even convinced Lacy to go out riding with me one night. She was diggin' it! She wanted me to ride down the middle of town so that we would be "seen"... and we had to go by the pizza place where this guy works that she has a crush on... LOL! We had fun. It was dark when we got home, and my hands were frozen (because of the little holes in my gloves), but I didn't care! I loved it. Can't wait for Spring!
Bob is expecting a nice windfall check to come in from his previous employer, and he has decided to get a bike for himself - so that I don't have to go riding alone. Awwww....! ;) (I think he's jealous!)
No word yet from insurance, on the tummy tuck situation.
I tried on a size 4/6 top at Wal Mart the other day, and it fit! But then, I put on the size 10 pair of pants that matched the top, and THEY were too SMALL! Go figure. I also tried on size 10 dress suit, and it fit perfectly! I actually had a waist! :) Going out buying clothes now is SO much fun!
February 15, 2002
Hi! :) Well... the latest news with me is that I had to have a colonoscopy last Monday. It was the most heinous, torturous experience! Last time I had a colonoscopy, it wasn't a big deal AT ALL. This time, I had a different gastroenterologist (who I will never go to again, thank you!). The prep was pretty hard core: the day before my surgery, I was on clear liquids all day. No food. I had to drink a 10 oz bottle of Magnesium Citrate, which wasn't *TOO* bad... then I had to take a Reglan pill 10 minutes later, which causes your intestines to move things through quicker... after that, I had to drink 4 LITERS of NU-LYTELY (which was awful!) and then at bedtime, had to take 4 dulcolax tablets. Then the day of the procedure, nothing but clear liquids. The procedure was at 3:30. I was SOOOOOOO HUNGRY! But after the procedure was over, I had my parents drive me to Burger King and I couldn't even hardly eat anything. I got a cheeseburger and took about 3 bites, then went home and slept.
My main gripe is that they didn't get me "out" all the way this time, even though I expressed my concerns about being awake for the procedure. Other bariatric patients who had been to the same Dr. had warned me that THEY had a problem with him, as well. Well - I was pretty much awake and experiencing some very intense cramping during the procedure. I was white-knuckling the rails on the hospital bed while they were scoping me... and I KNOW that I had a few choice words (I remember saying HOLY S**T!!!) and the nurse peeled my hands off the bars and told me to calm down! HA! :(
Other than that, things are cool. I've lost 6# more, which was probalby due to the hellacious bowel prep thing. I'm sure those pounds will be back in a few days.
Rena had her baby! :):):) She had a little girl, and named her Tabitha Lynn. We are hoping to go over and see her this weekend. :)
Still no word from insurance on the tummy tuck...!
March 1, 2002
And, STILL no word about the tummy tuck! I called the plastic surgeon's office last week, and they STILL hadn't gotten the pictures developed. I was on the front of the roll of film, and from what I understand, they have to fill up the roll of film before they develop the pics and send in for insurance approval. Geez... they need a digital camera in the worst way!
I'm feeling lots better, physically and mentally. I was really flooped by the stuff with the colonoscopy last month. I really and truly HATE having my innards out of whack. I think I'll be better off if I quit trying to find out what the problem is, and just let nature take its course! Also, it seems to flare up when I run out of Zoloft! At any rate - life is great for the time being.
I've been having a fantabulous time riding my motorcycle and planning places to go and things to do this summer! Bob is buying a '77 Shovelhead from a guy he works with. It needs some fixing up, but it's a pretty neat looking machine for being so old! Old Harleys are really cool, though. Bob's excited about getting it going. I am excited about finally having a riding buddy!
I've also been out doing a lot of shopping. Mainly at Goodwill... it is just incredible to be able to go in there and buy some cute clothes that actually FIT! Susan and I went last weekend and brought home tons of stuff. I only spent like $13 or so! And then last night, I went to K-Mart (of all places) and found a VERY nice pair of leather pants. REAL leather, not the fake leather LOOKING stuff! They fit great, but I might get the legs taken in a bit. They only cost $11!!! I also got a couple of nice sweaters for $3 each! I have the feeling I'm going to become a real clotheshorse... (LOL)...
March 13, 2002
Today is a good day. In fact, there have been several good days in a row lately! Life is good. *big smiles*
My Dad had a consultation with Dr. Inman this past Monday. She is willing to do his RNY - even though he has some big-time heart problems. He is currently stable, though. His cardiologist talked w/Dr. Inman before I made the appointment for Dad, and thinks it's a great idea. So does Dr. Inman. Dad will have to have a heart catheterization done soon, and if all looks favorable w/that then it's just a matter of convincing VA to pay for it! That will make three members of my family to have bariatric surgery: me, my sister-in-law Carrie, and my Dad. Gosh - if this continues, and my mother and my husband eventually get the surgery as well, we won't even have to have a turkey at Thanksgiving! A chicken will do the trick...
Bob is enjoying his job a whole lot more. I think it's been kind of nice, having some "alone time" at night when he's on call. Lacy and I are enjoying some good, quality mother-daughter moments. I am SO PROUD of that girl... she's really starting to be motivated to keep her grades up, and she really wants to do well. It's like I told her... if you want to have piercings and color your hair, that's fine - but it's a lot cooler to do all that and STILL GET GOOD GRADES, thus trashing everyone's preconception that kids who color their hair pink and pierce their body parts are punks! LOL. She's finally "getting it". She got mostly "A"'s on this last report card, for the first time in a very long time.
I still don't have an answer from my insurance, as far as the tummy tuck, but at least I know the paperwork has been sent. I can be patient. I've had practice.
March 26, 2002
Still no word from insurance on the tummy tuck! I broke down and called last Friday, but they didn't have anything in the system. So, I'm still waiting...
Things at home remain sane and cool. We have a new dog! Lacy was walking home from school with her friend Jessica, and a little white dog ran up to them. It was all matted and infested with fleas. They knocked on a few doors and couldn't find anyone who claimed it. Since the dog was such a mess, they brought it home and gave it a flea bath and cut the matts off of it. Turns out, it is a full blooded, neutered male Maltese! VERY cute! I have notified all the vets in the area, as well as the humane society, the town Police Department, and the local animal shelter that we have found him. Took him to the vet and had them run a scanner on him, and he isn't microchipped. We've had him a week now, and it looks like he's here to stay! He is so tiny and cute. He gets along well w/the other dogs. Lacy calls him MoJo, and Bob calls him Cujo. I'll post a picture soon.
Today, I am at home due to the weather. We have a nasty ice storm going on here in Central Indiana. It took me a good 45 minutes just to get from my house to the main interstate I travel, which is usually about a 5-10 minute drive! When I saw the traffic backed up, sitting still on the main interstate, I just turned around and came home! It would have taken me hours to get to work. I'll probably end up trying to make up all the missed hours this week, if they'll let me!
I have started a new list for post-op WLS'ers... it is called grads_IN_wls... it's at Yahoo Groups. There needed to be a forum for people who are at least 1 year post op, and/or have lost 100# or more, to talk about our own special issues - such as body image, getting hungrier, etc. I feel that I'm doing well with things, overall. I'm certainly enjoying being able to go out and buy clothes at Goodwill! Boy, have I ever spent some bucks there lately! LOL. But what GREAT deals I've been able to get! I could become a real clotheshorse. It's so cool being able to pick something off the rack at Goodwill, seeing a designer name on it, and not even having to try it on b/c I'm SURE it will fit! Never in my wildest dreams...
April 2, 2002
Did you hear a big explosion coming from my direction this weekend? Know what it was? It was ME! REJOICING! I was approved by insurance for the tummy tuck AND the breast lift! WOOOOOHOOOO! I am totally floored. The plastic surgeon said he has never had insurance approve the boobs before. I'm the first! They must have taken one look at my pictures and said, "OH GOOD LORD! THAT GIRL NEEDS HELP!" LOL! :) Well, it's true... the "girls" are about to drag the floor, and it's not pretty. I'll post pics one of these days, so I'll have something to look at as a "before" shot, when I start feeling like the "after" isn't what I want it to be... *grins*
Also - we started a new Yahoo Group, just for people who have lost 100# or more and/or are 1 year post op. We certainly encourage anyone to join - but we are asking only those under those guidelines actually post. Here is a link to join...
April 8, 2002
It's Official! I will be having the abdominoplasty and mastopexy, with implants, on May 22nd. I have to pay the actual cost of the implants, but it's not too bad. I'm so excited! I'm not convinced that I'll be wearing a smaller size, but it will be nice to have the size I AM wearing look better! We'll see! ;) I've been haunting the message boards at www.yestheyrefake.net - fantastic source of info for plastic surgery!
I took my first big-girl ride on my motorcycle yesterday. That is to say, I went out on the BIG road, where you have to go 55 mph! LOL! :) I drove to the Harley shop and bought myself a new pair of riding glasses - goggles, actually. They are terrific - they are tinted yellow, which cuts down on the glare and makes it really easy to see. Everything is much crisper looking - PLUS, they have foam around the eyepieces so that wind doesn't get in your eyes. Granted, they don't LOOK the coolest - but boy, are they ever functional! I love 'em!
While at the Harley shop, I of course took the opportunity to make a complete ass of myself. I had parked nose-downhill. WRONG idea (but I learned a lesson!). I couldn't pull the bike backward up the hill to get it turned around, so I got off and tried to pull it backward by leaning it over onto me a bit. Welllll... the kickstand flipped up while I had it leaned over onto me, and so I had to jump on and hang on for dear life. It was leaning and getting heavier, and heavier... and I was thinking SHIT! SHIT! SHIT! PLEASE, God, NOT HERE!!! Don't let me drop this bike at the Harley shop!!!!!
Luckily, I got it back under control and eventually got turned around and rode off. *sigh*. It just seems like, anytime I want to look like I actually know what I'm doing, I make a complete ass of myself! Geez. At least I'm learning. And the only way to learn, is to ride... and make mistakes.
SO, after I got back on, I drove into Plainfield and met up with my newest favorite friend Michelle! She is such a sweetheart. We've been talking on the phone and over email a lot (she is currently trying for insurance approval for WLS). I am really looking forward to getting to know her better and do some fun "girl stuff". I just wish she didn't live so far away!
Other than that... not much new. I'm just so excited about the surgery, I can't stand myself!
June 4, 2002
Well - surgery day has been here and gone, and it was a success!
Dr. Jerrold Laskin performed a very extensive tummy tuck, hernia repair (surprise!) and breast lift with 360cc McGhan saline implants. I have a small waist and BIG boobies! LOL. I'm not out of proportion or anything... and I have a loooong way to go before the swelling subsides. At the present time, I can't quite fit into my non-elastic-waisted clothes that I was wearing before the surgery! They go around me, but they are not comfortable.
As for the tummy tuck portion: I apparently have good blood supply in the abdominal area, so my surgeon felt comfortable doing an "anchor" type incision. Therefore, I have one incision that goes from hip to hip, and then another incision that goes from the pelvis to the breastbone. They re-did my bellybutton (of course) and pulled all the muscles tight in the abdominal area. I was really glad they were able to do such an extensive tummy tuck, because I really think I needed it! It feels so weird to look down and see my rib cage poking out farther than my tummy! Here is a link to a page of GRAPHIC pics of before/after my plastic surgery (BE AWARE... NUDITY... VERY GRAPHIC...): Before/After Plastic Surgery
The breast augmentation involves quite a bit of scarring, as well. The incision goes from under the armpit, all the way around to the front of each breast, and then up the middle to the areola. I can't tell how my areola/nipples were put back on - whether they were glued or stitched from the inside (?) or what, b/c I still have steri-strips that will eventually fall off by themselves. All I know is, they are perky and SUBSTANTIAL. I don't know for sure what size bra I'll be wearing, but the sports-type bras I've purchased have been 42's. I think I have a D cup, possibly even a DD, but I don't think my rib cage is 42". I think it's more like 34-36".
The hernia was a surprise! It was small, like the size of a thumb. I kinda thought I might have a hernia, but it wasn't detectable before surgery. I had more than one doctor searching for it, b/c I was hoping for one - hoping it would help get my plastic surgery approved by insurance!
We are all moved into a cute little house in Plainfield, and I love it. I really hated to have to leave the other house, though. This new house has barn siding inside of it, and skylights in the living room and master bedroom. I really enjoy it! We had the fireplace going the other night, and the next morning everything smelled like October. I love the fall... :)
Well - that's about all the news for now, until I get those pictures up. OH! Wait, one more thing... there is a very small possibility I might be on the Maury Povich show having a makeover! We'll see, and I'll keep you posted...
July 19, 2002
Here is the latest picture of me:
Not too bad, eh? :)
I'm 2 months post-op now, and things are going just great! I have had some swelling in the upper abdominal area that will hopefully go down. If it doesn't - I can definitely live with it! If you would like to see my before/after surgery pics (be warned, they are graphic/nude) - go here: https://www.angelfire.com/in/blwed/plasticsurgery.html
I guess I'm not going to be on Maury Povich after all. They never called back after talking to me. Darn. I kind of got the impression that they didn't think having surgery qualified you as having REALLY lost the weight... like, it didn't count somehow. That's OK! "I" know I'm not faking it. *grrr*
August 22, 2002
Hi! Here it is a month later, and things are going just fine. Work has been kind of a challenge, but what job isn't (I guess!). I really do love what I'm doing.
Tomorrow, my good friend Michelle is having her Lap RNY with Dr. Jones at St. Vincent Carmel. I'm so, so excited for her! I'm going to head up to the hospital to be with her before surgery. She called today, and she's holding up pretty well I think. SHE says she's freaking out - but hey, didn't we all? LOL! It's such a weird paradox of feelings. On the one hand, you are scared to DEATH. On the other hand, you are excited beyond belief. I can't wait for this to be over for her, and have her on the other side! {{{hugs}}}, Michelle - I love ya girl! :)
So I'm now about 3 months out from plastic surgery. Things seem to be settling into place quite well! I still don't see any weight loss, but I'm holding steady. I'm really loving the new boobs!
September 11, 2002
Today has been interesting. One year since the attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. Remembering the events of this past year makes you think, and remember how lucky we really are to be alive. I am proud to be an American. I am grateful to my Father, both my grandfathers, my brother, my ex-husband, the husbands of many of my friends, and countless distant relatives who have served our country. Many people have commented on MY courage over the past two years... but to be honest, I don't know what courage IS. I can not imagine being a soldier, and leaving the love of your home and family to go and fight. THAT is courage... THAT is love... not knowing if you are going to come back, not knowing if you will ever again see those you love. Kinda puts things in perspective, in my opinion. I think I need to go hug somebody. ;)
October 8, 2002
It sure is getting cold in Indiana these days! Wow! Either that, or I am really, seriously missing my insulation these days. Not that I want it back, by any means...!
Not much going on in the world of Lisa. Looks like I'll be trying to sell my motorcycle soon, and I am quite bummed. I really really REALLY don't want to. BUT... we are positioning ourselves to buy a house, and it makes sense. If we sell the motorcycle and one of the cars (we have two), then we'll have enough money to pay off all our back debts. We have already arranged to have some bills taken directly out of my check, which is good - that way we know they'll be paid on time. This time next year, with no debt and with a good payment record, we should be able to get a mortgage with no problem. I hope! And, once we have a house and all the debt is paid off, then we will be in a position to buy a NEW motorcycle (or two!). Still.. it's not easy to give up my 'girl'. So, I've been riding every chance I get.
Thursday, I'm going in for a gall bladder function test called a "HIDA scan". I had a gall bladder ultrasound last week, because I've been feeling yucky after I eat and having that diarrhea thing again (but only after I feel yucky like this!). It's very strange. The diarrhea stopped almost completely after the plastic surgery/hernia repair! It's still not that bad, but if I eat a 'substantial' sized meal (for me) then I have really bad cramping, followed by a lot of gas and sometimes diarrhea. The docs were thinking maybe it was a gall bladder thing, but the ultrasound came back normal. Soooo... we are going to try the HIDA scan and see if it tells us anything more.
Other than that - I'm feeling great and looking great! I think I've gained around 5# since the surgery, but that's because I've been a little too relaxed in my eating habits. I've gotten back into eating sweets (which don't seem to bother me, unfortunately) and nibbling on snacks all day... ugh! Time to be more careful... I keep remembering, I had STOMACH surgery, not brain surgery... LOL...
October 17, 2002
Hida scan results were interesting. Normal gall bladder function is 35-95 (or something like that)... and mine was 17!! So, it looks like Dr. Inman is going to remove my gall bladder. It isn't functioning anyway! Hopefully, it will just be an easy laparoscopic procedure, and I won't be off work for very long at all.
I haven't really had the money to re-fill my Zoloft (again) so I've been snacking too much (again). My weight got up to almost 160# - and I keep telling myself that PART of it is the fact that I'm wearing really heavy sweaters and thick pants and heavy shoes right now, because the weather has gotten so cold. But to try to dig myself out of a deep pit of denial, I do need to recognize that I've been snacking too much and get a grip on it! It just seems that I am hungry ALL THE TIME- even when I know I'm full. I can eat a meal and feel really stuffed, but if someone pulls a piece of cheesecake out of thin air - all of a sudden I have room! How is that? ~GRRR~. I'm still trying NOT to deprive myself... but it sure takes a lot of talking to myself these days to convince myself that I will be satisfied with just a few bites and not the whole thing. Seems like I can eat very little of the things that are good for me, like meats, veggies, fruits, etc. - but I'm a bottomless pit when it comes to junk food. Old habits die hard, admit. But I still very, very happy with how I look and how far I've come. I won't let it get out of control... and I won't feel guilty for gaining a couple pounds here and there, as long as I don't start shooting up in sizes again! So far, so good. I'm still fitting my 8's and 10's just right. *sigh*
Something fun: I actually performed a wedding ceremony! Yep, totally legal and everything. My good friend Rena and her fiance, Thomas, had a "hippie" wedding and asked me to do the honors. I am an ordained minister through the Universal Life Church (yeah, just like Joey on "Friends"! LOL). The wedding was held on the foundation of the house Rena and Thomas are having built. It was beautiful... and I was so honored to be asked to participate! :) I'll post some pics soon...
Will post more about the gall bladder surgery when I know more...
November 5, 2002
Well, the gall bladder thing snuck up on me quicker than I thought!
I was sitting in a meeting at work on Thursday (Halloween!) - dressed as a butterfly, no less - and started feeling verrrry sick to my stomach and hurting pretty bad. I made it through the meeting, but then told my boss I needed to either go home, go to the doctor, or go to the ER! Luckily, one of the dieticians jumped on the bandwagon for me and called my surgeon's office. They recommended admitting me to the hospital, and then taking out the gallbladder the next day. SO, that's what we did! I spent Halloween in the hospital, being shot full of Demerol and something for nausea. I had the gall bladder removed laparoscopically on Friday afternoon, and was home by 9:00 Friday night! However... I must say that THIS, by far, has been THE most painful surgery. Initially, it was even worse than the tummy tuck! The air that is pumped into your abdomen for a lap surgery really hurts. It has to work its way out of your body on its own, and let me tell ya - the pain meds don't help much! When I came to in the recovery room, I truly wanted to die, it hurt so bad. Every breath I took, I could feel a cramping pain that went from my stomach, to my lungs, to my shoulder. Owwwwww! But, when they told me I could go home whenever I wanted to OR spend the night... I figured I could take pain meds at home and be more comfortable, so - home I went.
Saturday, I started having really bad nausea. I couldn't even keep down water or crackers! Called the doc on call (Dr. Huse) and he called in some nausea meds for me. That helped. It's a good thing, b/c boy lemme tell ya - I had had MORE than enough dry heaving! Today is Tuesday, and it's settled down quite a bit. I didn't take any nausea meds yesterday or today, and even though I do FEEL kinda sick to my stomach, at least I'm not bringing anything up. Thank God! Now, if I can get off the pain meds and start feeling like a real person again, we'll be in business.
OH... I've lost about 7# through this ordeal! BUT... there is so much swelling that I can't get my regular pants on. Even my sweats are feelin' too tight. :( Grrr...
December 4, 2002
Happy "New Moon" day! :) Not sure what that means, but that's what it says on my calendar for today!
Well - I'm definitely feeling much MUCH better! Went back to work on the 18th, so I had two weeks off to let my poor abused body recover from all the trauma I've heaped upon it. I needed the entire two weeks, surprisingly enough! It seems that all I wanted to do was sleep. I woke up around 1:00-2:00 most days, and then back in bed by 10PM every night! Weird. But, the doc said to listen to my body, and that's what I did.
The swelling finally did go down, and I was able to get my pants back on, for those of you who asked! LMAO! :) I think I gained back some of the 7# I lost, but my clothes still fit comfortably and look good so I'm not going to sweat it.
Speaking of clothes...!
I finally got my first pair of real, live cowboy boots! LOL! I've always wanted a pair... but my feet were always so fat that I couldn't find a pair to fit me comfortable. I went shopping at Goodwill last night to waste time while Lacy was at driver's ed class, and found these GREAT cowboy boots for just $2.99! Very cool. I love 'em. I also got a couple of nice westerny denim/corduroy skirts to wear with them. And of course a couple of vests. And a couple of turtlenecks to wear under the vests. I'm all set! Everything is like brand new. I got three outfits, plus something for Lacy for Christmas, and it cost me aobut $25. See? I'm gettin' WAY too good at this shopping thing...!
Miss Lacy started driver's ed a few weeks ago. I've been taking her to the driving school each night at 6:30, picking her up at 8:30. She starts her actual DRIVING this Saturday morning, so, if you are in central Indiana - stay off the streets! LOL! Beware... funky teenager on the streets... :)
Gee... all the stress over everything turned my hair totally white! (j/k)... so I ended up coloring my hair back to a nice auburn. I miss the blonde... but I'm sure I'll go back to it again one day. It was just too hard to keep up with my roots, b/c my hair is growing so fast! It's getting long. The funny thing is, there are lots of places where I have the "chia pet" look, because it is hair that is growing back from where it thinned out after all this surgery! But it's not that big of a deal. Probably noone notices but me.
Our phone at home has been shut off (money troubles - waiting on disability pay which hasn't come through yet!)... so therefore, I don't have a computer at home either. I try to check my mail at work on my lunch hour whenever possible - so please don't be offended if you email me and don't get an answer back. I'm not rude... I'm just poor! LOL! Poor, but happy. :) The holiday gifts are going to be very, very meager this year, but I honestly don't care... I am so thrilled to have my health and my family together, that it really doesn't bother me that we aren't spending lots of money on extravagant gifts for each other.
Well... back to work... I hope everyone had an enjoyable Thanksgiving!
