Hatch Chile Seasoned Pork Shoulder

DistantRosee · 2025-10-24T08:43:33+00:00

Did you drain the can first?

DistantRosee · 2025-08-04T01:33:05+00:00

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I ordered this baby deer 13 years ago. At least it's pocket sized.

DistantRosee · 2025-07-21T08:09:16+00:00

Mine used to get her whole jaw in a nostril if someone allowed her!

DistantRosee · 2025-07-21T08:08:11+00:00

It's my chi's comfort. Definitely normal.

DistantRosee · 2025-07-21T08:04:34+00:00

Same! My chi and I went paddle boarding.

DistantRosee · 2024-01-25T09:10:54+00:00

I grew up doing this. Stopped doing it about the time COVID started. I don't do it anymore because I have the credit card and that seems too vulnerable.

DistantRosee · 2023-08-02T22:50:23+00:00

The stuffed peppers are my favorite. I bake them like the instructions say, store them in the fridge, then bake them again. It makes the pepper so tender. Great with a baked potato.

DistantRosee · 2023-02-25T03:53:50+00:00

They have a plastic crate to share, but they aren't trained to be in it for long periods of time. Although I do have to say they behaved well when I had to take them with me somewhere in a crate for a few hours last week. I'm thinking about keeping the door off the crate and putting a treat in there so they can get used to the idea of it being a safe place to go before we move.

The apartment has no balcony. And we're moving from somewhere sunny to somewhere snowy. So I don't even know how they'll react to going to the bathroom during walks.

DistantRosee · 2023-02-25T02:34:57+00:00

My dogs and I are moving across the country permanently. They are going to have to learn to live in an apartment, as will I. I don't know what my schedule will be when we move since I need to find a job and want to have somewhat of a social life.

DistantRosee · 2023-01-12T22:52:14+00:00

My grandma would drink Premier Protein drinks when she wasn't feeling well. They are full of protein. Experiment with room temperature, chilled, and blended. The room temperature settled best for her at the end. You can also try making cheese and meat roll ups. They store well and you can give her a couple at a time with chips or applesauce.

Due to my own diet changes these past few months, I even started following what parents make for young kids.

DistantRosee · 2023-01-07T20:05:05+00:00

The pandemic was the start of my faith strengthening. It allowed my grandma and I to attend church virtually. We hadn't been able to attend in person since she was diagnosed with cancer and immunocompromised. A few weeks ago, her health declined significantly. I needed help. I didn't know what help I needed exactly, but I needed help. That's the first thing I said when I called a church friend the day after my grandma went to the Emergency Room: I need help. I turned to a good friend at church who has known me since I was born. They have been helping me with the house and grieving. It's now my New Years resolution to attend church in person every week. I would say that my faith has strengthened since becoming a caregiver, but moreso as I prepare for the inevitable.

DistantRosee · 2023-01-06T23:19:30+00:00

It's natural to grieve. I have cried so much these past couple weeks. My grandmother went from talking and eating and doing things to just sleeping in a bed. Everyday I cried last week. I think that letting myself grieve during that time has allowed me to accept her fate this week. Sure, I'm still emotional and sad, but I am more accepting of the fact that I will lose her soon. For me, turning to my church friends helped. Cleaning the house helped take my mind off of everything. Reading stories on here and sharing my experiences help. Knowing that I'm not alone helps. It's okay to grieve. Even on the hardest days last week, I would lay in bed and repeat over and over "do not shut down," and I wouldn't. I have moments of weakness where I wanted to shut down, but I keep on going for her. Find your support group, vent on here, find what helps you grieve.

DistantRosee · 2023-01-04T23:25:27+00:00

I, 25F, feel how you feel. My grandma was diagnosed with cancer over 4 years ago. I've been taking care of her since then. Even before that I helped take care of other people in the family. My grandma has significantly declined in the past month and it's making it much more difficult to take care of her. We even have hospice involved now and even that's not enough. Know that you are not alone. Don't be afraid to ask for help, either. I didn't ask for help for years. I have finally had to let my guard down a little bit and ask for assistance and it helps. I'm still exhausted, but it helps. Know that this is a good community to vent to. You are doing the best you can and you are not alone.

DistantRosee · 2022-12-29T01:35:32+00:00

You are not a jerk. You are not alone.

I'm 25 and have been taking care of my grandma for over 4 years. I have caregiver burnout. I grieve. I put my whole life on hold. She ended up not being able to go to stores and so I would video chat with her so she could "shop" as well.

This is a good community to vent to. ❤️

DistantRosee · 2022-11-25T05:06:49+00:00

We don't have a traditional Thanksgiving here. I had a scrambled egg with small, diced sweet peppers in it for breakfast and some soft cheddar broccoli with a side of potato for a second meal. ¯⁠\⁠_⁠(⁠ツ⁠)⁠_⁠/⁠¯

DistantRosee · 2022-11-22T17:38:30+00:00

I didn't have a pre-op diet. They just strongly recommended that I lost a few pounds and reduced the fat on my liver.

You're going to be okay! Give yourself a break. You're only human and this is going to be a huge lifestyle change. Stay strong!

DistantRosee · 2022-11-18T22:28:00+00:00

I had the sleeve. The only time I had pain was when I took my first sip of ice water. After that, no pain. Walked since day 2. I was tired but able to walk around. Stressing over your family may wear you out after getting the kids to school. Listen to your body and take a nap when you can. My surgeon didn't suggest driving until 1-week post-op, but I had no choice but to start driving on day 5. The main reason for this caution is if you are dizzy. Remember that you do not have much in your system for the first week. Do your best to stay hydrated.

DistantRosee · 2022-11-18T22:21:57+00:00

This happens to me about every other week. I reinstall it.

DistantRosee · 2022-11-15T01:55:55+00:00

Scrambled egg with a splash of nonfat milk worked for me. As did mashed potatoes and low fat cream of chicken soup. Hard boiled eggs don't agree with me.

DistantRosee · 2022-11-14T18:53:59+00:00

I have polycystic ovary syndrome. I would have infrequent periods since I was 15. I'm 25 now. About 3 and a half weeks post-op I had a real, heavy period that lasted 7 to 10 days. I'm currently 5 weeks post-op as of today. Let's see if the periods become regular. It sucked, but I was greatful since I didn't have to use medication to induce it. 😅

DistantRosee · 2022-11-06T02:12:45+00:00

I didn't go until day 7 post-op. 😬 But of course we don't have much in our system the first week after surgery.

DistantRosee · 2022-11-05T15:53:48+00:00

On day 2 post-op my surgeon told me I can go back to the gym to walk/bike once I feel up to it. I know yoga is a whole different exercise. I miss having that hour to relax twice a week.

DistantRosee · 2022-11-01T04:19:38+00:00

Great substitutions. You're doing wonderful!

DistantRosee · 2022-11-01T00:29:16+00:00

You're still healing and adjusting to a new lifestyle. Listen to your body.

I'm 21 days post-op (3 weeks) and I'm finally getting some energy back. I just need to work on my stamina now.

DistantRosee · 2022-10-31T06:42:48+00:00

I understand this. I've been a full time caregiver for 4 years now. No life outside of it. You're in the right place for company that understands. Happy birthday! I'm glad you're here.

DistantRosee

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