So Happy to have visited...

I haven't been on the site in ages and have been recently stuggling. I am so happy I came back and read all of your posts and realized I am not alone in this struggle. I have gained about 10 pounds and feel it everyday. It is hard to stay motivated but I am committed to doing so. Started therapy last week...and step classes and just trying to keep my eating in line...(that's the hardest part). Anyway...I will be back and thanks for all your inspiration and support. Shelly

Welcome! Yes it seems a couple years out and we all have some kind of struggles to deal with This board can be kinda slow, but post~we do stop by and read and offer support and advice! Good luck with therapy, hope it helps! Keep in touch Jesi

Shelly, How are you? I am happy to see a post similiar to what I am thinking these days. I have gained a few pounds that I feel. I am now weighing 145 lbs. I have gained about 7-10 pds depending on the day. I am 5ft6 and still wearing my Size 8 clothes, but it's so funny. When I was 245 lbs and gained, whether it be 5.10 20 pounds, I did not feel it. Now that I have been at "GOAL" I feel these few pounds. My clothes fit, but a bit snug. I understand that yes indeed, its hard to stay motivated. What keeps me going is....... "I have come to far to go back" I have cut my carbs and I am back to work. I had surgery Dec 5th for a Vein Ligation and was not so active. Now I am 'BACK ON TRACK" The nice weather is here so I am back bike riding. You have my support and keep posting. Lorraine

Hi! This is the first I've posted on this site...struggling myself, very much lately. I have gained back about 18 lbs since October, and I feel so bummed over it! I know I am eating wrong, and need to get it under control. But those old vices are trying to get back into my life! I just try, try again. Just thought I'd post...hoping to get support and also lend support others here too. Theresa

Dear Shelly, Yeah, sometimes it is so hard to see the people who don't seem to have a struggle and others have to work so hard. Sometimes I think I wi**** were easier and I didn't have to exercise so much and watch every minute of the day what I chose to eat, but even if we were too thin, exercise helps us be much heathier. I tell myself that! I also tell myself that I eat healthy too. We have really helped ourselves to a longer, happier life. I love this board and the people on it. I do hope you come back. Allison