I'm back

So, I took my break and I don't regret it because in that break I learned a very valuable lesson.  I can't do it alone.  Not that I have been alone but I have pulled away from the whole weight loss scene for awhile.  I needed to get away because I had to figure some things out and, well pulling away is what I have always done during those times.  Call it a time of reflection, call it selfish but what ever you call it, call it over.  I need the support from those that understand.  Its hard to explain how the 13 lbs I've gained is killing me inside.  I am so scared of weight regain and yet here I sit with it creeping up on me and feeling helpless to stop it.  I know I am not helpless but as you all know eating is addicting and once it gets out of control it is sooooooo hard to get back into control.  So here I am, selfishness and all asking for you all to take me back in and love me  the way only you guys can.  Yell at me, tell me how rotten I've been for going away, even ignore me for awhile but then I need you to kick my butt in gear.  Help me get back to exercising on a regular bases, get rid of the dreaded sugar monster that has consumed me and motivate me with all your amazing stories of success and lets cry on each others shoulders for the defeats we've suffered.  Like I said at first, I stepped back got my head on straight from all the drama in my life and am now ready to get back on track.

So glad to see you back Jenn!!  I was just telling someone last night who has had WLS but never been to OH before and only her doctors support group once a month that I know for a fact I would not have made it this far without support!!!  My family jokes that the requirement to be my friend now is WLS... that's not true but there is something to be said for having people around you who understand!!

Here is a little kick in the butt but a very large hug!!! So glad you are back. You are so right about how important this support is. Now, you know what to do so put on your little tiny big girl panties and doit! We will always be here for you!! You are so loved!

Meggie

No kicks in the butt from me........  you are a couple of months ahead of me and did such an awesome job with your tool that I have always admired your success.  And still do!  Pat yourself on the back for making the effort to stop the weight gain while it is under 20 pounds.  Most thin people I know struggle with 10-20 pounds also and have to watch what they eat.  

You know the drill..... protein first, exercise, no drinking with meals, replace that sugar/carb snack with a protein shake or cheese stick and you will be peeling it off again in no time.

Really have missed you.  Miss your support group big time.  Glad to see your smiling face return.

 Jenn.......SO GLAD TO SEE YOU BACK !!!!!   No scolding here !!!!  None of us are perfect....trust me....I know !!!!  i am sporting some extra weight too.   Life sucks sometimes but we just have to pick ourselves up....dust ourself off.....and go back to basics.   You know how to get back on track as well as the rest of us does.    It is hard but hey....we CAN DO HARD THINGS !!!!   We will be your cheerleader!!!!   I will be right there with you trying to get off the excess weight that I have on me too.  It is the pitts to be a food addict !!!!   Ya gotta eat to live.   But we DO have to make healthy choices and trust me.....I am talking to myself as much as you.   Glad you are back and we love ya girl !!!


Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian

JENN...((((BIG HUGS)))))...We've been thru alot together-more than most, and I hope you KNOW I'll always be there for you. We need to talk. There's so much I want/need to say, but have to go get ready for a 12 hour night shift. For now, just let me suggest you jump on KARLA'a "Marvelous May" dai;y thread for accountability. it REALLY helps. Also, some of us are doing the White Rock half in December-I heard you might be joining us?????

More later- I LOVE YOU, my fellow "original" Princess!!!

Jenn good to see you back, I'd love to see some of our regulars back too.  I miss this board as it was and still occassionally come on to support those with questions (newbies and "old times").  I've drawn away myself and could use some motivation to refocus.  I have a 5 lbs bounching back and forth, can't see 130 this way.

Karla's thread is a good start to log and track and admit what you plan to do and I believe coming back and posting if it varied......not to slam but to see what times of day may have caused you (generic you) to slide on your plan.

I need life to settle down and spend a little more time on my health....hopefully soo.

NO KICKS HERE -  BUT I'M WILLING TO TAKE SEVERAL MYSELF....

CARB MONSTER
SUGAR MONSTER....ETC YOU GET THE PICTURE...

 So here I am, selfishness and all asking for you all to take me back in and love me  the way only you guys can. 


i'm here...........I HAVE SO MISSED YOU AND BRANDI SO MUCH.....      I REALLY WANT TO SEE YOU ALL VERY MUCH.    I WANT TO SEE THE OLD GANG............GOD I MISS YOU !!  I CAN'T STRESS THAT ENOUGH.....I'M SITTING AT WORK PLAYING ON THE COMPUTER.......AND CRYING....HOPEFULLY NO ONE WILL SEE ME.....

we all need to get over the past...and just get on with our support..love, and family. 

 (((((((((((((( HUGGSS)))))))))))))))))

welcome back
 :)