Good Monday Morning Everybody!

Good Monday Morning Everybody! How is Everyone? Did everybody have a good weekend? I spent mine working (to make up for time I took off last week while in Florida). I'm not complaining, just feel fortunate that they give me the flexibility to do this. How is everybody doing with eating/getting protein/supplements/water in? I'm doing great with all the above. The one area I still struggle with is exercise. Since I worked this weekend, I didn't get to work out like I wanted to. My weight loss has pretty much came to a halt. I keep gaining and losing the same 3lbs. I know that I haven't been eating more or anything to make me not lose. Maybe my body has decided this is it. I would like to lose another 20lbs before PS (which I'm contemplating for late spring next year). The last exercise I did was on Friday when I did 2 1/2 hours of yard work. I was toast by the time I got done, but I gotta say prior to WLS, I wouldn't have been able to do it. Although I didn't get to work out this weekend, I printed loads of stuff off the printer at work (which is not at my desk). So for each and every print job, I made myself get up and go to the printer between each job so that I got those steps in. I know it's not a lot, but hey, every little bit helps. I'm planning on working out at Curves after work today. I guess the one area I'm struggling is that I know I've come so far and I'm doing alot better than I was prior to WLS and I know I look and feel better and I get lots of compliments about how great I look, I still don't have anybody special in my life. I'm beginning to feel like maybe I grew another head and that's what's keeping the men away. I really struggle to stay positive with regard to this issue. This too shall pass, I know it's just that sometimes it's just really hard Have a Great Day All! Take Care, Terry

Good morning Terry! Keep your head up about the relationship issue. As they say "when you least expect it!". That's when someone special will make themselves known. I have faith in you. It will happen. And he will be a blessed man to have you in his life. I'm starting to jump start my exercising today. Getting off the bus this AM, heading to the high school track, putting on my ipod and earphones, and walking my butt off. Tired of feeling tired, and I think that the lack of exercise has something to do with it. Also, staying on track today. When tempted to eat, downing a protein drink. That should nip it in the bud. Still lactose intolerant, so will keep my queasy for a while. Head hunger won't have a chance at that point. Going back to school today. 2nd week, and it's a real adjustment. Me, the kids, and hubby are all affected. Know it will work out, we all just have to be patient and do our part. Everyone have a great day! TraciL

Good morning Terry Wow, but you are the early bird today! I thought I got up early but you and Traci have me beat big time The weekend went by in a blur .. We went out to dinner on Friday night because Mr Mo was working late on Saturday. When he left for work, I went out to run my errands. Spent a good portion of Saturday afternoon walking around BJ's in Pasadena doing some much needed grocery type shopping. By the time I got my stuff home and unpacked the truck, I was pooped. Took a nap so I'd be awake for the NASCAR race and STILL didn't make it to the end. Yesterday was out to breakfast then some more 'errands' .. walked around Best Buy and Petsmart and Sam's club. Having problems with food density again. It seems that the 'junk' is all that will go down comfortably. I've got to get off the junk and just be 'hungry' if the good stuff isn't working. I see protein shakes in my future ... Going on a 'field' trip today with the boss. She's never seen my Glen Burnie office (and sad to say .. I've only seen it once ) so we are going up there to check on some security concerns that my staff has about it .. and do some other things that need be done in North County. Well, time to get on the Monday merry-go-round here. Have a wonderful day. Hugs, Mo

Morning everyone. I'm back at it today after having made a sizeable donation to the Las Vegas casinos over the weekend. Slept very little and I crashed last night at 8:30 and didn't wake up until my alarm went off at 7:00 this morning. My first appointment with the personal trainer went fine. More of an assessment than anything. I meet with him again today to start setting up a workout plan. Hope everyone has a great start to their week. -Daniel

Hey y'all. I am VERY late getting in here but just wanted to say hi anyway. Had a nice weekend. I am so happy to report that my husband has a job! It is only a 1 year contract but hey, at least he's working again so that'll boost his mood and make him feel better. It's such a blessing and I have to say that God truly is ontime!!! Hopefully tomorrow I'll be able to jump on here earlier. Hugs, Robin