Hi again looking for old friends RYN 05/07

Hi alll Hoosier Losers
Looking for friends to help me jump start and get back with the program.  I need to go back to basic and regroup and prove to myself I can do it.  I have gained between 20-30 pounds and I still have more to loose.  Please respond

 I will try responding once again.  I responded last night but apparently my computer had a glitch and it didn't get sent.  

I had lap RNY 5/11/07 and lost right at 140 lbs and had maintained my weight loss pretty well until m 7 month old grandson died of head trauma this past July.  At that time I ate anything that fit in my mouth and have gained 20 lbs.  My size 12's no longer fit and have had to buy 16's.  Arrgh!  With the holidays over I am attempting to get back on track.  I am journaling and measuring everything I eat.  Protein first and then a small amount of healthy veggies.  I tried resurrecting my exercise program but my knees don't tolerate a treadmill.  I can walk outside fine but something about the treadmill does my knees in.  Right before Christmas my right knee became so painful and swollen I could hardly walk.  Went back on my Prednisone and my knee is pretty much pain free at this time.  I need to find somewhere to talk which is free.  Maybe I can walk the halls at my work.  I have gotten out my exercise tapes and will attempt them as well.  For me exercise is a key part of keeping my weight off.  

I encourage you to get back to the basics as well and perhaps we can hold each other accountable.  Good Luck!

Peg