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Carolyn Patterson
- Female
- Altadena, CA
- United States
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Andriana Verdi commented on Carolyn Patterson's blog post 'hopefully regaining my energy'"Carolyn, that's so scary- glad to hear you're on the mend though! I love that you're not letting this get you down. Once your body is ready, come back full force. We'll all still be here to support you!"
Carolyn Patterson posted a blog posthopefully regaining my energy
The past few days I have not been able to write because I became extremely ill. I had a urinary tract infection (UTI) and was on antibiotics but it wasn't clearing up. I was planning to go to my doctor on Monday to figure out what to do next, but I woke up at 2:00 by my own teeth chattering. I was in a great deal of pain and I had a fever of 103.The infection had spread through the urinary tract up toward my kidneys.I was torn because I did not want my son to see my in that state. I became…See More
Carolyn Patterson commented on Patti Sawyer's blog post 'Blue Tuesday'"Dear Patti, You are not whiney! You are observant. I believe your conscious thoughts do bring change. I'm really proud of you for continuing with yoga. A lot of people I know (starting with my husband) would not/could not even think of going…"
Patti Sawyer commented on Carolyn Patterson's blog post 'the best laid plans...'"Hi,
Sorry I've been MIA for the last week. I cut out dairy and wheat and I have to tell you I feel SO much better. I am experimenting with vegan eating and it seems to be working. No blood sugar spikes and for me the pain management is my real…"
Audris Wong commented on Carolyn Patterson's blog post 'the best laid plans...'"I am having so much trouble eating wheat and dairy now, even in moderation! I always feel so gassy and bloated the next day. But I still love meat.
Oh yes, what are we going to do? It's going to be fine. Pessimism, like the rain, will pass."
Carolyn Patterson posted a blog postthe best laid plans...
Last night I attended a "Robert Burns Supper" night, an all-Scottish extravaganza. Let me quote Burns: "The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry."My best-laid plans of this program went... awry. I did not overeat, but still the amount of red meat (umm you don't want to know what was in the haggis... red meat bits, let's say) and cream make me feel heavy this morning.Good to note that. I don't think I've had any red meat, except for some in some soup, since Jan. 4. So I definitely want…See More
Carolyn Patterson posted a blog postplod #2
I seem to be hitting a doldrums, but I am aware that (1) doing something is better than nothing, and (2) I can repeat what I've succeeded at before!The rain shouldn't really stop me from exercising, but being a southern Californian, I'm not prepared for walking in wet weather. I like the beautiful images people are posting. Here are 2 from our backyard in summer:The gym was closed on Monday, so Monday spontaneously became my "off" day -- just when we were supposed to be "amping up"! My…See More
Carolyn Patterson commented on Audris Wong's blog post 'Adding Up 15 Days'"Beautiful and inspiring.
I too appreciate the way you figured out the cumulative -- and that there are many opportunities to keep going. One creamy meal out of 75 is OK; one out of 150 is very good. The bigger change is the shift in your (my, our)…"
Carolyn Patterson commented on Carolyn Patterson's blog post 'Rewards? Let me count thy ways!'"Whoa on the hot cocoa! Talk about denial -- I "forgot" that cocoa has CAFFEINE! How did it make the list? I woke up today at 3:45 am... sigh. I'm sure the grapefruit and cranberry spritzer will be refreshing..."
Whole Living commented on Carolyn Patterson's blog post 'Rewards? Let me count thy ways!'"Carolyn, I love your positive energy and the way you "reframed" your picture with all of the great things going on in your life! I think refereeing looks kinda fun :) Best of luck with your garage sale (I am spending my day off clearing…"
Carolyn Patterson commented on Carolyn Patterson's blog post 'I did more than expected today'"Dear Patti and Audris, Thank you for your support!!!! It means a lot to me!!! I have enjoyed reading about your experiences, too, and found them to be enlightening. I do have the luxury of time: I am a full-time student this year, on a leave of…"
Audris Wong commented on Carolyn Patterson's blog post 'I did more than expected today'"Carolyn, what an awesome post! After your last one I went back and went through the Plan again and found all sorts of ideas to incorporate too. And I got my husband a pedometer!"
Patti Sawyer commented on Carolyn Patterson's blog post 'I did more than expected today'"Congratulations! You are really doing well and having some great results to show for it. I'm so happy for you."
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- Occupation
- Special Education Teacher
- Hobbies/Interests/Activities
- singing, reading, teaching, learning
- Do you have any food allergies?
- No
- Do you follow any special diets?
- No
- How do you stay active?
- Walking, Other Cardio
- How are most of your meals prepared?
- Someone else cooks for me
- What’s your proudest health-related accomplishment?
- yoga when I was 23. Flat abs when I didn't care about having them.
- What's Your Whole Living Goal?
- To reach an optimum weight and maintain it through fun activity
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hopefully regaining my energy
Posted on January 27, 2010 at 7:32am 1 Comment 0 Likes
The past few days I have not been able to write because I became extremely ill. I had a urinary tract infection (UTI) and was on antibiotics but it wasn't clearing up. I was planning to go to my doctor on Monday to figure out what to do next, but I woke up at 2:00 by my own teeth chattering. I was in a great deal of pain and I had a fever of 103.
The infection had spread through the urinary tract up toward my kidneys.
I was torn because I did not want my son to see my in… Read more
The infection had spread through the urinary tract up toward my kidneys.
I was torn because I did not want my son to see my in… Read more
the best laid plans...
Posted on January 23, 2010 at 10:42am 2 Comments 0 Likes
Last night I attended a "Robert Burns Supper" night, an all-Scottish extravaganza. Let me quote Burns: "The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry."
My best-laid plans of this program went... awry. I did not overeat, but still the amount of red meat (umm you don't want to know what was in the haggis... red meat bits, let's say) and cream make me feel heavy this morning.
Good to note that. I don't think I've had any red meat, except for some in some soup, since Jan.… Read more
My best-laid plans of this program went... awry. I did not overeat, but still the amount of red meat (umm you don't want to know what was in the haggis... red meat bits, let's say) and cream make me feel heavy this morning.
Good to note that. I don't think I've had any red meat, except for some in some soup, since Jan.… Read more
plod #2
Posted on January 20, 2010 at 11:45pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I seem to be hitting a doldrums, but I am aware that (1) doing something is better than nothing, and (2) I can repeat what I've succeeded at before!
The rain shouldn't really stop me from exercising, but being a southern Californian, I'm not prepared for walking in wet weather. I like the beautiful images people are posting. Here are 2 from our backyard in summer:
The gym… Read more
The rain shouldn't really stop me from exercising, but being a southern Californian, I'm not prepared for walking in wet weather. I like the beautiful images people are posting. Here are 2 from our backyard in summer:
The gym… Read more
plodding through
Posted on January 18, 2010 at 10:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
At least I had a healthy snack at the ready when I was ATTACKED by a craving at about 3:00 pm. Instead of the chocolate and latte that I would have had previously, I had a handful of salted, roasted pepitas. On the list. 1/4 cup.
And then I had another handful. And another. And another.
A new voice questioned me at that point : was I still hungry? and: what is triggering this? I couldn't identify any stressors, other than a stiff neck and shoulder tension.... oh the muscle… Read more
And then I had another handful. And another. And another.
A new voice questioned me at that point : was I still hungry? and: what is triggering this? I couldn't identify any stressors, other than a stiff neck and shoulder tension.... oh the muscle… Read more
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