struggling but proud - (pic)
Where my pride comes in... when I think about what my life was like 3 years ago, I cringe. I was eating foods in secret at the house. I would hit the fast food in private, I made cake and ate the batter- and not just once or twice. I was a mess! Tying my shoes was an effort that usually just resulted in wearing flats. I was missing out on life. For goodness sake, I went to the Mayan pyramids in Tulum and watched my husband climb them. I was miserable sitting in the heat with my swollen ankles sweating profusely. UGH!
But now days, I'm out there living life. I have not hit goal. I'm not even close, but I am still down 80 some odd pounds. I'm feeling good. I'm now riding my bike to work a few days a week. I don't make an excuse about why I can't walk to the store or down stairs to do laundry. In fact- in less than a month, I will be participating in a 36 mile bike ride fundraiser. It's going to be a struggle but I'm so thankful that I can do it.
Please don't give up on yourself even if you have multiple set backs. That's why we are all here- to get more help and motivation. Keep trying and you'll get somewhere. It may not be to goal, but it will lead to a healthier life.
BTW- this is me in the curls on the left. I participated in the OH fashion show in Bellevue this last weekend. And below- the day my hubby graduated college.
Tiff
Current MD- Dr. Mikami, Honolulu Hawaii
Lapband 14cc AP Lg in 2008- slipped and removed 2016 -VSG July 21, 2016-dx Gerd
** RNY Revision 05/21/2019 **
"A few drops of hope can water and nourish our garden" - Jean M
on 7/19/11 1:18 am
These are other things that are only 65 lbs. .. about 16 cats. or almost 3 cases of soda. How's about this...
Tiff
Current MD- Dr. Mikami, Honolulu Hawaii
Lapband 14cc AP Lg in 2008- slipped and removed 2016 -VSG July 21, 2016-dx Gerd
** RNY Revision 05/21/2019 **
"A few drops of hope can water and nourish our garden" - Jean M
Hang in there, sweetie. I KNOW you can do this!
Jean
Jean McMillan c.2009-2013 - Always a bandster at heart
author of Bandwagon (TM), Strategies for Success with the Adjustable Gastric Band & Bandwagon Cookery. Bandwagon for Kindle now available on Amazon. Read my blog at: jean-onthebandwagon.blogspot.com
HANGING!!!
Tiff
Current MD- Dr. Mikami, Honolulu Hawaii
Lapband 14cc AP Lg in 2008- slipped and removed 2016 -VSG July 21, 2016-dx Gerd
** RNY Revision 05/21/2019 **
"A few drops of hope can water and nourish our garden" - Jean M
Tiff!!!!
First off, dont I miss you...
But you are so right, we all struggle and it would be a lie if anyone said that we didnt, but isnt that how it is with anyone who is struggling for addiction?! We all have a problem and its not something that we can swear off for the rest of our lives.. we have to eat!!! You always motivate me to do better and for that I thank you..
~Joan~
Start-251 /Current-172/ Goal-165
TO LOVE ONESELF IS THE BEGINNING OF A LIFE-LONG ROMANCE
-Oscar Wilde
Although my band got the weight off, Beachbody got me the body Ive always wanted!! I believe in this company so much that I decided to become an Independent Team Beachbody Coach. If you want to learn more or you would like to join my team click the link below
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My 2011 Theme: Just a former fat girl tryna stay healthy!!
But everyday I make a concious decision to say no to one thing and yes to another. I'm moving (exercise) more than ever and it feels good.
Tiff
Current MD- Dr. Mikami, Honolulu Hawaii
Lapband 14cc AP Lg in 2008- slipped and removed 2016 -VSG July 21, 2016-dx Gerd
** RNY Revision 05/21/2019 **
"A few drops of hope can water and nourish our garden" - Jean M
btw- I love my newly acquired collar bones. looks like they are here to stay.
Tiff
Current MD- Dr. Mikami, Honolulu Hawaii
Lapband 14cc AP Lg in 2008- slipped and removed 2016 -VSG July 21, 2016-dx Gerd
** RNY Revision 05/21/2019 **
"A few drops of hope can water and nourish our garden" - Jean M
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