Yaaaaayyyyyy and next time you go to Wally World do like I do now. Go look at your self in the security cam. I just can't believe that is me. Waiting to be escorted out as a nut case.

Congratulations! Isn't it wonderful? I'm waiting to go under 200=and when I do-I'm getting my nails done. I've never done that before. As of today, I have 3 more pounds to get there.

This morning while I was at walmart, I decided to get an outfit. I figured their clothes are cheap so why not. I wanted to get something that would fit me for awhile. When I had surgery, I wore a size 34 in both tops and pants and sometimes the pants would be tight. So I got a size 18/20 shirt and 26/28 pants. I did not try them on in the store ( I know I really should). While I was there, there was a pair of petite 22/24 pants on sale for $7.00 so I thought why not, I will eventually wear them. Fast forward to when I got home. I tried on the outfit and it fit fine. I was a little surprised, but it looked good. Then I thought, I would try on the 22/24's just to see how tight they were. So I got them up over my thighs, I was able to zip them and I could even sit in them. OMG. I think they are a little tight, soon they will be just right. I can not believe it. Hope you are all well. Take care Erin

Hey Diona: Sorry it took me so long to write back. Yes, the exercise makes me hungry for sure! Ravished sometimes! But, first of all, I am exercising so much that I HAVE TO eat more, #2 - I try to eat things that are complex carbs, not simple carbs, # 3 - I drink LOTS of water which fills me up. One of the things that I was concerned about in doing this training was the fact that I was going to have to eat alot of carbs. I was kind of freaking about that. but I spoke with my dietician and she assured me that I am working out so much that I am burning them right back off. And I feel that this is true. Once this intensive training and marathon is over, I will be adjsuting me eating and then I will let you know how it goes. I don't think it's going to be a problem, however. I am really into working out. Five miles at a time is AWESOME! I will keep on walking/jogging after the marathon. Before my surgery, I was swimming one hour 4-5 days per week. Now, I take a yoga class once a week, I walk, I do nautilus. As much as I love swimming, I like the variety. Do you do any other type of exercise?

Sharon, I am praying for your healing that everything will work out for you. I am also praying for your family that they will get understanding and patience while you fight this battle. Remember, that this too shall pass. I have never had to go through any foot problems but regardless I feel your pain. Others have given you great advice on how to do what you can at home to take the pain away. As far as the sweets, I DON'T DUMP either and find myself snacking time to time on the wrong foods. I have this new love for jelly beans and find myself eating them from time to time. What helps me stay on track is looking in the mirror at the new me and looking at old pictures where I weighed 338 pounds. I know that I don't want to get back to there so I put the jelly beans away and all the other sweets. You have come a long way and I know that there are bigger and better things in store for you in the future. Keep thinking positive and everything will work out for your good.... JaNae 338/245/175