Scared to regain

Hi all, I have not posted in awhile. My surgery was Oct. 25, 2005 and I have lost 101 pounds. I have 5 more pounds to lose. I can not belive that I wear a size 5! I don't know about the rest of you but I always feel this fear that I will someday gain back my weight. I love the size I am now and hope I am this way the rest of my life. Michelle

I think we all have those fears to some extent, but I believe in the power of positive thinking so I try hard to fight the negative "demons" when they pop into my head! Vi

Hi Michelle, I've gone a bit below goal and was told by my nutritionist to add some calories. I've been a little TOO good. My fear is that I'll add carbs and fat and that I'll start gaining instead of maintaining. I'm keeping a very close eye on it. I've added a protein shake made with milk at night time, and I've found that I'm not losing any more. My nightmare is waking up 20 pounds heavier, although I think it's just my fear of gaining that's keeping me "good". I don't even eat bad stuff. Adding that little pat of butter to my toast isn't going to kill me, but if I lose too much I'll be in trouble. It's a balance and I'm learning how to juggle. When I figure out the combination, I'll share -- but talk to your nutritionist. They know best. Cheryl