So the promotion was dandy. For the 2 weeks I had it. 20 people were sent back to billing. Seems more asses were needed in those chairs. We were told when/if more people were needed in the retention department, we’d be the first selected to go back. Yeah, right. Thanks so much. There went a potential $300-600 per month MORE on my pay cheque.

Back at a week or so in my previous position and I was having crazy intense chest pains. I had had some issues with it off and on, but it was a mere twinging curiosity that now became a very pressing concern. Ok, so it scared the hell outta me. After 2 trips to the walk-in clinic, I was told I had costochondritis and a sinus infection. Issued some antibiotics and sent promptly on my way.

Have I mentioned how little I think of current health care? I have no faith in traditional doctors who book back to back patients and give you all of 2 minutes of their time. Here, take this current drug I’m pimping for more money in my pocket. It may not work for you, but the kickback I get for giving it to you sure works for me!

So I went back to my general practitioner that I hadn’t seen in years because of my loss of faith in said doctors in general. But she was very concerned and quite thorough and helpful. Sent me off for bloodwork, xrays, ultrasound and a mammogram. None of which produced any clues as to why I was in so much pain. Or, what was causing the rather large lump on my sternum between my breasts.

I’m awaiting more test results today. Here’s hoping there is an end in the near future to crazy chest pains and feeling like your entire upper body is in a vice grip 24/7. It’s been a month of it so far, and about the same on medical leave from work. At least I do have a job to go back to.

Needless to say, weight loss has not been on the top of my priority list. I’ve been eating quick and easy things like, oh, toast. Just to get something in my stomach as a buffer for the pain meds.

Well, it’s week 2 at the new position. I’m liking it MUCH better. Less stressful for sure. I think I’m going to do ok too. There are different incentives and pay outs based on performance here. Much more relaxed environment with less pressure to perform. Meet your stats and make extra money, easy as that. I’ll believe it when I see the extra $300-$600 a month I’m supposed to be able to get now.

Still taking the UWL pills and having the yummy shakes in the morning. I think I’m maintaining but haven’t stepped on the scales in a while. Not my top concern at moment due to the financial challenges we have. Soon as that extra money shows up *looking hopeful* I think I can get back on track with the weight loss.

Though, losing 60+ lbs in a year is NOT too shabby at all.

I’m in shock, really. Seems like the summer flew by. And I didn’t get a single day of golf in at all. Really bummed about that. But the finances just said no to golf (or any other extras). Maybe next year.

I’ve applied for a few new positions within the company I’ve been at since May. Hopefully that will include an increase in pay too. Waiting to find out about that still. We also put in a “shift bid” end of August there. What that means is we all decided what shifts/hours of the day we want to work, and “bid” on those shifts. Based on performance and stats, the top producing employees get preferred shifts. Neat that you can even do that, or so I think. Not sure where I’ll rate in that lot, but being fairly new I don’t think that high. Never know though.

Still taking the UWL pills and doing my best with recipes. Again, money is still so tight – it’s been a real challenge.

I am SO glad the worst of the heat this summer is nearing an end. BRUTAL heat here this year. Thank GAWD for air conditioners. Though, for a while there, I wondered if I’d ever sleep again. Tough to do when it’s hot and humid/sticky 24/7. I don’t think I’ll ever get used to the humidity here in Toronto. Grew up in British Columbia where the heat is D R Y lol. And missing it big time.

Haven’t been paying a lot of attention to the weight lately, to be quite honest. I’ve not been in to the UWL clinic in some time. Financial strain is the issue. Yes, UWL is mega expensive, we know that. But lately I’ve been more concerned with the rent and the bills. For some apparent reason they come first, yes? Uh-huh.

Hey there, just a brief updated today. Been working like mad lately. Not loving the new job, but it’s “OK”. Very stressful dealing with customers over the phone 8 hrs a day, especially when they are calling about billing lol. But it’s full time with benifits and that you can’t find easily here in Ontario lately.

Still working on the weight and not doing too bad. Slowly losing, I think mostly due to the stress. I’ve GOT to get on top of that. I’m thinking yoga. Need a way to release that negative energy methinks.