I need to clarify something...

Please please please don't worry about posting your successes here. My post yesterday about jealousy was just me venting about my own problems. I didn't mean to send out the signal that I didn't want to hear about other people being more successful with their weightloss. I DO want to hear about it. It keeps me focused on what I need to do. I am feeling better about things today. Especially with all of the positive responses I received from my other post. So don't feel guilty about shouting out to us that you are doing so well!!! Keep up the good work and keep SHOUTING!!!! I love you guys! Lori

Lori, I had my surgery one day before you, 8/23, and as of Monday this week, 12/5, I am half way to goal-down 65 lbs. I am sure the second half will be much harder! Most of it has come off without exercise. I have arthritis and other feet problems so exercise can be hit or miss. I have been trying to work out on my elliptical three times a week for 20 minutes. Basically, I am just more active-avoid the couch! I take in about 65 grams of protein a day and 50+ ounces of water. I have taken bites of things I shouldn't have, like french fries, cookie, brownie, etc. At Thanksgiving I enjoyed a little of everything including gravy, stuffing and pumpkin pie. I do not have a drastic response to sugar or grease just when I eat too much of it, more than a couple of bites. I get most of my protein via cheese, tuna, eggs, unjury, and protein bars. I have not tried a lot of things since I prefer to stay in my comfort zone since I have been sick throwing up a couple of times. I struggle daily with my unhealthy link to food. Old patterns are always at the surface trying to get me! Sometimes they do. Overall, I am very proud of my loss. Pre-op I actually feared a fast drop in weight for health reasons, too many questions, hairloss, skin issues, etc. The rate has slowed of course but so far no plateau-probably just jinxed myself. This is definitely a journey and I know I cannot get comfortable at any spot since then it will change! Good luck to you and all, Lynne 276/211/146