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PaulM
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Just been diagnosed and joined. As there's no Introduction section,  thought I would do it here.

 

63, married to a woman younger than my daughter with a daughter young than my Grand Daughter. Cancer survivor and retired. 

 

Born within the sound of Bow Bells, London so a Cockney. Lived in the Czech Republic for 16 years nearly. 

 

birthdaykiss02.webp

 

This isn't my wife. You'll find me a little crazy. 

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GFinDC Veteran
GFinDC
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Welcome Paul! :)

 

Actually there is a section for people to introduce themselves, not that it matters a whole lot.  I'll put a link in for it here:

 

https://www.celiac.com/forums/forum/47-celiac-meeting-room/

 

But the gab chat section is probably just as good a place for saying hello.  Maybe better.  If it's not a moderator can move the thread for ya.  Just hit the red report thread button at the bottom of the post and ask if they can move the thread.  Or leave it right here, no matter mind.

 

Nice looking puppy you got there!

 

Some starting the gluten-free diet tips for the first 6 months:

Get tested before starting the gluten-free diet.
Get your vitamin/mineral levels tested also.
Don't eat in restaurants
Eat only whole foods not processed foods.
Eat only food you cook yourself, think simple foods, not gourmet meals.
Take probiotics.
Take gluten-free vitamins.
Take digestive enzymes.
Avoid dairy.
Avoid sugars and starchy foods.
Avoid alcohol.
Watch out for cross contamination.

Helpful threads:

FAQ Celiac com
https://www.celiac.com/gluten-free/forum-7/announcement-3-frequently-asked-questions-about-celiac-disease/

Newbie Info 101
https://www.celiac.com/forums/topic/91878-newbie-info-101/

 

Super Easy Meal Ideas Anyone?
https://www.celiac.com/forums/topic/97027-super-easy-meal-ideas-anyone/

Good Gluten Free Meals Prepared Using A Microwave?
https://www.celiac.com/forums/topic/102685-good-gluten-free-meals-prepared-using-a-microwave/#entry885634

kareng Grand Master
kareng
Posted

I'm a mod. I think this is a lovely place to chat. I LOVE a nice boxer dog!

nvsmom Community Regular
nvsmom
Posted

LOL Welcome Paul.... I think your friend is after the stogie.  ;)

w8in4dave Community Regular
w8in4dave
Posted

Aweee what a cuteie!! :) Yup the dog is pretty cute to!! 

So we need details :) how long have you been Celiac? 

Loey Rising Star
Loey
Posted

Just been diagnosed and joined. As there's no Introduction section,  thought I would do it here.

 

63, married to a woman younger than my daughter with a daughter young than my Grand Daughter. Cancer survivor and retired. 

 

Born within the sound of Bow Bells, London so a Cockney. Lived in the Czech Republic for 16 years nearly. 

 

birthdaykiss02.webp

 

This isn't my wife. You'll find me a little crazy.

Welcome to the best forum you'll ever find! Everyone is supportive, educated, loving & funny! My sweet hubby is 11 years younger than me. If you have any questions feel free to PM me!

Loey Rising Star
Loey
Posted

Welcome Paul! :)

Actually there is a section for people to introduce themselves, not that it matters a whole lot. I'll put a link in for it here:

https://www.celiac.com/forums/forum/47-celiac-meeting-room/

But the gab chat section is probably just as good a place for saying hello. Maybe better. If it's not a moderator can move the thread for ya. Just hit the red report thread button at the bottom of the post and ask if they can move the thread. Or leave it right here, no matter mind.

Nice looking puppy you got there!

Some starting the gluten-free diet tips for the first 6 months:

Get tested before starting the gluten-free diet.

Get your vitamin/mineral levels tested also.

Don't eat in restaurants

Eat only whole foods not processed foods.

Eat only food you cook yourself, think simple foods, not gourmet meals.

Take probiotics.

Take gluten-free vitamins.

Take digestive enzymes.

Avoid dairy.

Avoid sugars and starchy foods.

Avoid alcohol.

Watch out for cross contamination.

Helpful threads:

FAQ Celiac com

https://www.celiac.com/gluten-free/forum-7/announcement-3-frequently-asked-questions-about-celiac-disease/

Newbie Info 101

https://www.celiac.com/forums/topic/91878-newbie-info-101/

Super Easy Meal Ideas Anyone?

https://www.celiac.com/forums/topic/97027-super-easy-meal-ideas-anyone/

Good Gluten Free Meals Prepared Using A Microwave?

https://www.celiac.com/forums/topic/102685-good-gluten-free-meals-prepared-using-a-microwave/#entry885634

Hi Paul, how are you? I've been cheating on our wonderful forum - got hooked on FB when we were planning our first annual Psilly Psummit! Wish you could have joined us. It was a glorious weekend filled with laughter & gluten-free food!
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Loey Rising Star
Loey
Posted

I'm a mod. I think this is a lovely place to chat. I LOVE a nice boxer dog!

[quote name="kareng" post="888005" timestamp=

Hi Kareeeng how are you?

Loey Rising Star
Loey
Posted

I'm a mod. I think this is a lovely place to chat. I LOVE a nice boxer dog!

Hi Kareeng - how are you?

kareng Grand Master
kareng
Posted

Aweee what a cuteie!! :) Yup the dog is pretty cute to!!

So we need details :) how long have you been Celiac?

Those are the wrong details! :). We want to know the Dog's name, age, anything funny he does!
Loey Rising Star
Loey
Posted

Those are the wrong details! :). We want to know the Doug's name, age, anything funny he does!

I love the way you cut to the really important stuff! Yeah, more about your adorable stogie stealing dog!

Loey Rising Star
Loey
Posted

Karen - quick question - now that I'm using an iPad all my celiac email replies & notifications go to my junk mail. They are NOT JUNK! Ever hear of that problem?

kareng Grand Master
kareng
Posted

Karen - quick question - now that I'm using an iPad all my celiac email replies & notifications go to my junk mail. They are NOT JUNK! Ever hear of that problem?

Let me look at my settings and I will PM you.

GF Lover Rising Star
GF Lover
Posted

Hi Paul and welcome to the funny farm!  

 

I think I got you beat.  Let's see, Dads 3rd wife younger than my brother.  my daughter graduated with her Uncle and Hubs nephews younger than he is.  Oh, and I'm older than my Hubs too. 

 

All the best!

 

Colleen 

w8in4dave Community Regular
w8in4dave
Posted

Those are the wrong details! :). We want to know the Dog's name, age, anything funny he does!

Ohhhh yea and that!! LOL :) well some of us have priorities hahaha :) 

PaulM Rookie
PaulM
Posted
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Sorry for missing all the replies. I have no excuse other than didn't get the emails. 

 

GFinDC thank you for the advice. I'm a cancer survivor and been getting check ups since I beat it and that was over 4 years ago. The iron and Iodine levels in my blood were always a problem. It seems now we know why. Only narrowed it down to Celiac disease in the last month. Now getting Iron infusions and seeing the Gastronomy Specialist on Thursday.   

 

It seems I wasn't a great eater of wheat based foods like breads and cakes, except for biscuits and sauces. I can't drink Alcohol due to the radiation burning out my saliva glands. I do like yoghurt and similar foods. 

 

The dogs name is Rajah, 2.5 years old and he's lovely if a bit crazy. He looks tough, in truth a very friendly dog. He will bark on command or when he wants something like attention, loves ice cream, kids who play with him or feed him. Great with very little children, just stands and lets them do anything to him. 

 

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I have a lot of pictures of Rajah.

 

Thank you all for your replies and welcome.

 

 

kareng Grand Master
kareng
Posted

Sorry for missing all the replies. I have no excuse other than didn't get the emails. 

 

GFinDC thank you for the advice. I'm a cancer survivor and been getting check ups since I beat it and that was over 4 years ago. The iron and Iodine levels in my blood were always a problem. It seems now we know why. Only narrowed it down to Celiac disease in the last month. Now getting Iron infusions and seeing the Gastronomy Specialist on Thursday.   

 

It seems I wasn't a great eater of wheat based foods like breads and cakes, except for biscuits and sauces. I can't drink Alcohol due to the radiation burning out my saliva glands. I do like yoghurt and similar foods. 

 

The dogs name is Rajah, 2.5 years old and he's lovely if a bit crazy. He looks tough, in truth a very friendly dog. He will bark on command or when he wants something like attention, loves ice cream, kids who play with him or feed him. Great with very little children, just stands and lets them do anything to him. 

 

66068_113269468837670_976207753_n.webp

 

417144_113787832119167_1389028626_n.webp

 

541480_140967729401177_1621976697_n.webp

 

I have a lot of pictures of Rajah.

 

Thank you all for your replies and welcome.

 

 

Love Rajah!

 

Do you have your notifications configured to get emails of topics you are following?  I see you figured out the "following" part Go into your profile and "edit profile" - left side, top of profile.  Then you will see notification options.

mommida Enthusiast
mommida
Posted

Ello Luv! 

 

Nice to meet you!  "Of all the gin joints how did you wind up here?"  (The stogie made me think of Casablanca) :rolleyes:  ;)

PaulM Rookie
PaulM
Posted
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Love Rajah!

 

Do you have your notifications configured to get emails of topics you are following?  I see you figured out the "following" part Go into your profile and "edit profile" - left side, top of profile.  Then you will see notification options.

 

Yes I have them switched on now, thanks for the heads up. 

 

More pics of the dog. From the first months we had him.

 

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Bath time.

 

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Last month. 

 

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w8in4dave Community Regular
w8in4dave
Posted

Awweee what cute pics!! 

PaulM Rookie
PaulM
Posted
  • Author

He was very cute, now ..................

Loey Rising Star
Loey
Posted

Love the pics -thanks for sharing! Looking forward to getting to know you as we all travel down the path to recovery!

PaulM Rookie
PaulM
Posted
  • Author

Thank you, there are more pictures here. https://www.celiac.com/forums/topic/104220-pets-corner/

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