I year reflections

Well it is hard to believe that it has been one year. I must say this is the best thing I have ever done for myself. I was hoping to have lost more at this point but I am still happy with losing 118. I still have around 50 - 60 I would still like to lose but if not I am still very pleased.I went from an all time high of 358 pounds and I usually fluctuate between 240 and 242. I have gone from a size 30 - 32 to a size 18 - 20. I can almost but on a plain 18 but I just can't breathe. I wish that I had started exercising much more regularly in the begining because maybe I would be a little further then I am now. I am making up for it now I walk 3 miles three days a week and on two other days during the week I walk about 2 miles. I feel really good after this. I also use my ab lounge about three times a week. I bought an eliptical machine but I hardly use that, but am going to start soon. This past year has had many ups and downs. I lost 2 of the most important people in my life. I lost my brother in law and one of my closest and dearest friends. I feel that they have there own little cheering section for me in heaven ans I am hoping I have made them proud. I would also like to thank everyone of you Maysters, I feel like you are part of my family. I think you are the most supportive group of people that I have ever met. You guys are the best. I don't post that often but I read just about every day. Thanks for listening to me ramble, I wish each and everyone continued success in your journey you are truley great people. Debbie

Congrats on your great accomplishment this year, Debbie! My condolences on the losses in your life this past year. Best wishes, Kathy

Congrats on your weight loss. You've done GREAT!!!!!!!! Keep up on the exercise, I'm sure it will be a great factor in keeping this weight off long term. Hugs, Laurie

Hi Debbie, Thanks for your post. Happy surgiversary & congratulations on your fine weight loss! You are doing great. Good for you in getting your walking in. It does make us feel better doesn't it? Sorry for your losses this year. Very hard to lose people so close that you love and care for. Yes, they are your little cheering section from above and surely they are very very proud of your progress. I too have a chunk left to loose so let's keep plugging away. We'll make it. Slow and steady wins the race ;) Glad you are one of us ! God Bless you and your continued success (and healing of your grief.) Mary

Debbie, Congratulations on your surgiversary and you 118 lbs weight loss. Adding in the exercise really helps with the mood too. Grief healing takes time, it can't be rushed...good luck with the rest of your journey! Hugs, Lori 384/242/168