Jaime - at the weekend

Hey Everyone!!

Well, I don't have access to email, but Dad and Niki are visiting and offered to pass along my message...

Things here are going pretty well. This has definitely been the hardest thing I've ever done. At times, I just want to escape and go running or do something to take my mind off the thoughts from the eating disorder. But then the nurses help me challenge those distorted thoughts and really process my true emotions.

I have learned so much here!! Each day feels like a year worth of school! (I guess having to wake up at 5 a.m. allows for a lot of time during the day to get that learning in...)

The cool thing about this place is that they want you out of here. They don't want you to be here any longer than needed. So yes, I am eating here. And, I'm not exercising. And my heart is being monitored. But the constant focus is discharge - how will you implement this when you get home?? That's extremely helpful to me, because I feel more confidant now that I can take this stuff back home and continue to progress.

Tomorrow we have case management. That's a big meeting where your doctor, dietitian, therapist, nurses, and health educators all come together and discuss your progress - physically, emotionally, and psychologically - and then recommend treatment goals or progressions. You are always kept very informed here...The nurses assign worksheets and do check-ins on every shift, to see how you're feeling, the struggles or concerns you're having, or anything else that you want to talk about. And every morning the doctor discusses your individual progress. So, it's very individualized.

I'm really thankful for all the support I've received from you all! The cards, phone calls, and prayers that you've offered have meant so much to me! Whenever I'm having a hard time when I'm here, I pull out the cards and letters I've received and it's really helpful!! I can't wait to see you all again soon!!