Time to get back on the BandWagon

I have to say, I LOVE posts like this.  Everyone is so positive and supportive!  We can do this.  We can kick ass!!  I have to get back on the wagon as well, and to be honest, I'm looking forward to it.  I like the routine, but I'm up for a change in that routine.  Some healthier foods.  I think some of my co-workers and I are going to start WW.  I may try that to see how that works!  Good luck everyone and I look forward to seeing everyones "WEIGHT LOST" posts!!! 

HUGS to you all!

I welcome the consistency and structure too of tracking everything. Yesterday I didn't feel so well but I think I was "detoxing" from all the crap. Today was much better. Although I've been peeing like a race horse even though I am having trouble getting the water in. I know that will get better I feel like I spent my day in the bathroom and it's not easy being that I work as a nanny and have kids banging on the door or trying to peek under while I'm in there. But today took the cake. The 3 yr old that I care for broke through the door and told me I had a large butt. I just said I know and walked away. He didnt' insult me. Was just a kid making an observation. And, it was true. But I feel confident that I will make my butt smaller each day. Wishing all of you a great day/week/month/future! We can get there "one day at a time."

thank you 'Life is a Beach' for your inspirational post.  I had may band 4 years ago. First 60lbs came off 'easily' the first 9 mths. The next 15 a lil harder then I got pregnant and had a baby.  She'll be 2 in March.  I've had probably 3 fills since but cannot seem to lose those 25 still needed after the baby.  BUT I agree w/ you completely. Its time to be honest w/ myself too and keep track. Cut the sweets and daily starbucks Or at least make a better substitute choice. open to suggestions if anyone has a good substitute for starbucks lattes/mochas.   Let me know if the book is good. I just learned of the book today.  I noticed this time last year was the last time I got on this site.  THis site/forum was very helpful in losing my first 75lbs.  Time to get back to it.   Happy New Year too.

I find the book extremely helpful. It covers all the basics and more. Very informative and inspirational. Good luck to all!

I desperately needed to see this post!  I feel like I can get myself back on track and get back to my happy weight.  I gained back 40 of the 120 I lost. I feel so disappointed in myself.  I just got to a point that I was sick of dieting. I was sick of high protein, low carb. I was sick of EVERYTHING!  I took some fluid out (I'm a nurse and have been trained to do my own fills) and I went wild.  I ate what I wanted, when I wanted. I can't believe I gained that much back in such a short period of time!!  It was only like 5 or 6 months!  UGHHH!!!!!   But this is a new year, and I WILL get back to my 215!!!

I know how you feel. It's like the "honeymoon" wore off. It does get tiring to manage what you eat, etc. I think I have come to expect that I will always have issues with food. Of course we don't have issues with salads and vegetables. lol Plus we are constantly bombarded with temptations. I noticed yesterday that in the 13 miles to and from work each day I pass no fewer than 30 fast food chains, countless convenience stores (buying chocolate there is a big weakness) and coffee/donut shops. Each one tempts me as I pass. I have to make a conscious decision NOT to stop. So...instead of stopping I congratulate myself for that achievement. Hopefully it just becomes habit.

I wish you all good luck in your journey each and every day!