Toasted: Mean scale!! I hate it when they are like that. Hopefully you'll soon see some better numbers. You are very close to going back into the 1's!!
Lemon: Gosh those hurricanes look nasty. I hope you get to go on your vacation, but I would hate to have you get stuck in any of that mess that is probably coming.
Uber: Always a good time with buying a bra. Glad you got some help!
As for me, my tooth is not good. I finally found out that there is a crack in my very back molar, so I'll need to do a root canal. I went to the "specialist" this morning and after torturing me for a while, he said that I had a choice of either just extraction, or going with a root canal. The problem is that they can't do it until Thursday of next week. Great. But, he prescribed some antibiotics and a pain killer. I hope that helps! This is awful.
So, my workouts aren't happening. I'm eating what I can... anything soft. Grumpy...
Hi guys. So as you can see from above, it wasn't a good weigh in day. I'm a little baffled at this point because my exercise and eating have been on plan this week and I wouldn't say I'm extraordinarily sore today... but there you have it. I have to tell myself that I'm making these decisions to be healthy not to achieve a number of the scale, but we know that the number on the scale is also validating as well. I don't feel emotionally distressed by the number, although I do feel heavy... not literally but because of a combination of my tighter clothes and the number of the scale. There's nothing to it but to keep trying and keep it moving.
Diane: I'm sorry about your tooth! That sucks that you have to wait a whole week in discomfort to get it dealt with! Are you going to do just the extraction? Or will you do the whole root canal? Is the pain killer working? Too bad about the food. I guess it's mush with porridge with some soup on the side. I hope you feel better with the meds at least till you can get a more permanent solution.
Lemon: I hope the reason you're not checking in is that your vacay was a go and that you're languidly sunning yourself somewhere warm and glamorous.
Okay guys, gtg. I hope you all have a successful and fulfilling Thursday!
I’m a bit sad about - you spend a good deal of time planning and then one crappy weather happening and it’s out the window.
I haven’t bothered w the scale as I had previously been running and getting things ready and haven’t bothered eating well or walking or doing all the things that reflect on a scale. I think I’ll bake today - I was told long ago I seem to bake a lot when I’m stressed. Who knows if I do I probably do and then I eat what I bake. But maybe if I get it into the freezer pronto then that goes away - the need to stress eat that is.
I should run to the gas station and get eggs (rural town it’s like a mini convenience store on the basics) and maybe buy a lotto - it’d be fun to win. Anywho - I’m just a bit disappointed that’s all. I know nothing can be done to avoid and I’d rather everyone safe and all. But geez for all this planning - this is a crappy ending.
Toasted: sorry your scale is climbing. I think it’s just what happens this time of year. Of course it could be you just get tired of watching the scale and every freaking thing going in your mouth. Of course that’s me! I hope your outlook perks up. Any fun things on the horizon?
Diane: I loathe tooth troubles. Hopefully you get yours all figured out and feeling better. What needs these type of issues?!
Hello all!
Well I now have a void to fill instead of sitting on a beach. Crappy hurricane. Well, I guess I’ll get to see the leaves change and then fall off the trees instead and the temp start to dip way down as summer gives final way to fall and - shudder - winter! I should plan a trip somewhere fun but with kids in school and not wanting to keep potentially taking them out I’m Limited and I hate traveling w spring break or any school break because everyone else is too. And really there are other places we should spend money then on fun. Bills and all.
Ah well, hope you all have a good day ahead and it’s not how mine began. As for weight and diet who knows on that front either. I’d say I’m taking a diet break with that but that’s pretty much been my summer - maybe one day I’ll get it in gear again.
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Toasted: So annoying when you have no reason for the scale to be reading what it is. But, don't give up! I'm sure it is just some extra water retainage. Hopefully, it comes back off quickly!
Lemon: Dang, sorry about the vacation. Someone else I know had to cancel theirs, too. So disappointing!
As for me, some of the pain is gone from my tooth, but I felt pretty sick this morning. I think it is more of a problem with taking the medications. I am not used to that, and I think that the Ibuprofen I took overnight, without food, just made me sick. Hopefully it continues to get better. Then, I'll have the root canal next week.
Diane: I hate tooth issues. I hope yours cleans up easily and the root canal isn’t bad. Good luck! Sometimes those antibiotics can knock your GI tract crazy.
Hello all!
Am: haven’t bothered with the scale this week w all the crazy happenings and readying for a no-go. I’m watching the news and all the hurricane mess. I just hope there isn’t loss of life - what a mess. May everyone stay safe.
Otherwise today will find me running around as per usual. I’m filled w nervous energy which never helps but maybe that will subside for me quickly (it’s been hanging around the last 3 days). I’m looking at getting back to walking here next week since I won’t be lounging in the sun. I also need to start cleaning my basement. My other two floors are passable and deal w picking up to make liveable. So if I can walk and then clean in the basement daily I’ll be doing well!
Diane: I'm really sorry that you are having tooth issues! The worst!! I don't do well taking ibuprofen on an empty stomach either. But when you are choosing between tooth pain and tummy pain it's no fun! Hope you are on the mend soon.
Toasted: Durn that scale! Don't you just.hate.that. when the scale is not cooperating? I had a day like that the other day. I picked it up, shook it, turned it on and off, stepped on it again, and voila. I was UP another 2!! Decided not to try that ever again. LOL.
Lemon: Oh, I am so sorry about your vacation being wrecked by the hurricane. That is just so disappointing! I hate it when you get all geared up for something fun and it falls through!!! I remember being in 4th grade and I was supposed to leave school early on a Friday to go to girl scout camp for the weekend. Turned out there was a forest fire and so the camp closed and we couldn't go. I STILL feel disappointed remembering that now! I can't believe you're getting cold weather already, but I envy you your beautiful fall with the leaves and the crisp cool weather! I'm sure it must be soooooo gorgeous where you live this time of year!
I just realized that it's been a week since I've posted anything. My weight is still sitting at 203. I did weigh in at 202 yesterday, but it bounced back up today. I'm really trying to get down to 190, but the weight is coming off soooo slow now. I know that I'm a little complacent because I feel pretty good where I am, but another 10 to 15 pounds would get me back down to my 2010-2011 weight. I think I've been okay with food, but I have been lazy and not exercising at all. Time to get off my DUFF.
Besides that, kid back in school and it's time for me to get cracking on next book, which is due next summer and I haven't even started it yet, I've been doing a million things but not writing my book!
Lemon: Sorry about your vacation plans. Dang. So hard to believe how much water there was!
Uber: Time to get busy on another book! Now that summer is winding down, maybe it will be easier to concentrate on it.
As for me, I don't have much to say. Just waiting for my appointment on Thursday to get the root canal. I haven't been able to eat like normal, so I'm feeling kind of weak and tired. Ugh! Will be glad when this is done.
Diane: How terrible that you have to wait until Thursday. Wish it could be over sooner! And not being able to eat is the worst. Hope you're feeling better soon!
Toasted, Lemon, Sakai: Hope you are all doing well!
Weighed in at 202 this morning, so SOOOO close to dipping under 200 but my weight loss has definitely slowed down a lot lately. It may take me a while to get there. Otherwise doing well. So far, knock on wood, we haven't been suffering from the usual terrible hot weather we get this time of year. Feeling bad about all the people in North Carolina. My three goals 1. at least a walk every day. 2. drink more water 3. get my butt in my chair and do more work!
Uber: Boy, you are getting so close! It's hard not to get overly impatient with waiting for the lower numbers, I'm sure! Sounds like you have some good goals!
As for me, I'm just on hold. I can't do anything about it, but I feel like I'm losing ground and while I know I can get back to it quickly, I just feel like this is taking forever. I feel pretty darn weak right now. I'm still in the challenge at the gym, but it seems like a waste right now. Ugh!!! Only 2 more days.....
I’m beyond treading on this diet that’s not a diet! I have been eating way too much. I can’t walk I injured my foot - I’m a mess
Diane: how are you doing? You must quit sending me rain - today we have flash flood warnings in place and 2-4” of potential rain to get here. Hope the mouth is on the mend!
Uber: argh being so close to 199 is such a pain - watermelon! Eat watermelon and that water displacement should help you reach it. So what’s your most longed for piece of clothing you are looking to get? And have you tried to see if your foot has gone down in size? New shoes are always nice!
Sakai: how are your birds?
Toasted: I never reached my before vacay diet goal. In fact I’m sure I gained way too much. Maybe secretly I knew I wouldn’t be going. Who knows. I failed my own challenge and my DH did even worse.
Hello all!
Let’s just say I have very low interest right now in losing weight. I am in the I don’t care what goes in my mouth outlook right now. Until my foot heals walking is out the window or any weight bearing exercise as too much and it gets irritated or begins to bleed and don’t even mention putting on a normal shoe - it’s been sandals since I did this nonsense! I don’t know how one gets their diet mojo back as I can’t find any mojo. Let alone mojo to be hip and full of daily zest in general.
Well before I become sad Susie or Debbie downer to the rest of you - I best end my note. Just know the outlook for me is sour grapes right now. I’m sure it will change at some point. Today is not that day. And I’m sure not the week.
Have a good day to you all - enjoy what is left of summer! I’m off to go get my gardens evaluated for what comes inside for winter! Always some joy in continued life and growth for next season. Better than a diet any day!
Last edited by lemonthyme; 09-19-2018 at 09:05 AM.
Lemon: Sorry you are feeling down about it all. I totally get it though. When something happens that takes you out of your game, like with an injury, you have trouble staying positive. I've been like that with this tooth thing. Maybe just allow for the down time, and then try to regroup later. I know that we should all be able to keep going no matter what, but sometimes you feel beaten down and you just get tired of the fight. Just keep coming here and you'll get it back on track.
As for me, I'm not working out, not logging food.... waiting for tomorrow's appointment. Ugh.
I’m actually not as cheerful as I sound lol. A lot has happened since the last time I was here (like a year ago, maybe? I don’t even know anymore). I’m currently sitting in the waiting room at my doctor’s after being weighed and just found out I’m at my highest weight EVER IN MY WHOLE LIFE: 272.5lbs.
This news is...super depressing. I have to make some big changes, y’all. I’ll post another update when I get home later. Just wanted to peek in and say hello! It looks like everyone is having a bit of a rough September right now as well 😬
- I'm still working at my same job as a nurse (this month is actually two years), and I'm decently happy there. It's not my dream job but I'd be hard pressed to find a better paying job as an LVN that didn't require 2-3x as much work. Plus it's located about two blocks away from where my boyfriend wants to go to school, and seeing as how we're still sharing a car, the convenience wins too many bonus points to ignore.
- I was in a wedding this year! One of my best friends got married out in the country in May, and it was gorgeous. I did the bride's hair and makeup, and she was even more gorgeous than the scenery. I, however, looked HUGE and that part is awful. These photos are going to live forever on the walls of all of our houses and Facebooks, and there's no taking back my complete lack of motivation to lose any kind of weight for the wedding. It's a little mortifying to see.
- Which brings me to my next update: I'm now on depression and insomnia (related to depression) medications. As most of you know, my mother passed away two years ago just days before my birthday from complications related to obesity and a blood condition. I've fought off the depression since she became sick, but I finally broke down and got some help after I randomly burst into tears at work one day and didn't stop crying for 30min. I feel way more centered and balanced and relaxed since starting the medications. My symptoms included fatigue, insomnia, complete lack of motivation, crying bouts daily, apathy, etc. It's also why I stopped posting here for a long time. The depression definitely contributed to my weight gain, but...
- The medications themselves have caused me to gain almost 20lbs. WTF.
- I've also had a recent cervical cancer scare. The reason I was at the doctor's office this morning was to follow up on the results of a biopsy from three weeks ago. The news was pretty good: it's the lowest level it could be and still be a concern, and there's a decent chance of it resolving itself on its own without any other intervention. I'll have another biopsy in March to see if the cells have progressed, stayed the same, or disappeared entirely.
So, there we have it! All of that to say that I'm back! Hopefully for good
Hugs to all!!! Sounds like a blue day for most of you! Some days are just like that. Ugh. But the ups and downs are just part of life. Still during the downs it's not fun!!!
Diane: I'm hoping that by now your root canal is done and the worst is behind you. I think the pain that leads up to it is a lot worse than getting it done or recovering from it, so I hope the same it true for you too! I'm sure that once you can get back to your normal schedule and activities you'll feel a lot more like yourself!
Lemon: Oh dear! What happened to your foot? I somehow missed that post. I hope you are okay. Whatever it is doesn't sound like fun AT ALL and I hope you are managing ok because I know you are super-duper busy all the time with your kids and your life and so having a bum foot must really be difficult! I hope that you recover soon and honestly for the time being to H@## with your diet. I mean none of us are super-human!
Amanda: Welcome back!!! I'm so so sorry about you having a hard time after your mom's death, and I think that is totally normal. I'm glad that you are finally getting some help for that. Life is just tough sometimes and sometimes it's a few years of things not going all that well before they start to turn around. Glad that you like your job, so that's a plus, and sorry about being at an all time high weight. :-( :-( That is just not a fun feeling. But we've all been there. Now that the rest of your life is settling down I'm sure you'll have more time to focus on yourself, your body and your weight. In the meantime, welcome back!!
So, I'm hovering at 201... so close to dropping below 200. I can't wait, even though I know it's kind of an artificial thing, still, if I get to 196 then I won't be obese anymore-- just "overweight." So, big day yesterday as I got my courage together and went horseback riding. I love horseback riding, so it was a big milestone to feel like I was small enough to do it! Hooray! Besides that I'm doing good. I'm going to be doing some traveling for my new book and I'm so relieved that I don't have to worry about not fitting in airplane seats and not knowing what to wear. Life is just easier at this size! :-) :-)
Uber: Thanks! I'm trying to keep perspective that two years isn't very long at all, and that everything kinda going to crap for a minute was normal and expected. Seeing my weight this morning really was a big kick in the butt and wake up call. Am I really going to let myself yo-yo higher and higher??? I have to nip it in the bud before it gets even worse. I'm so proud of you for getting so close to your goal!!! Congrats!!!! What is your book going to be about?
So my food today wasn't super awesome, but my portion sizes were definitely a much healthier size. Also, all I've had to drink today was a Powerade from the vending machine at the doctor's and water for the rest of the day. Feeling pretty good right now. I ordered a preworkout powder I was using when I was steadily losing weight last time, and it comes in tomorrow. So excited!
Since I'm essentially starting over, I'm going to start with the beginning baby steps. Here are my goals for the next seven days:
- only have one non-water drink per day, only water thereafter. I'll focus on specific water amounts next week.
- reasonable portion sizes. No more eating entire meals just because I'm bored or it tasted good so I want more.
- not avoiding the scale because I'm afraid of seeing the damage. The damage is done. All I'm doing is acknowledging it.
- working out every other day for at least 30min at the gym...even if all I do is just walk on the treadmill the whole time.
And that's it! Easy-peasy baby steps. I can do this.
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