Update on me

I have been popping in and reading about everyone and it sounds like lots of us have been having a lot of hectic and trying things going on.  Life gets in the way of this weight loss thing, that is for sure.  I guess the difference between those who succeed and those who don't is that the ones who do eventually learn to deal with stressors in ways other than with eating. I haven't gotten there, but I am getting better. I gained back the weight I lost at the beginning of the year and I think even a few more pounds.  I was down and out about it but I have been very diligent lately and I am back down to about 6-7 pounds above where I had gotten to in early March.  My goal right now is just to get back to that number by my wedding (23 days) and that is MORE than doable. Once the wedding has passed and I am hopefully back to a more normal rhythm in life, I hope to get into a better plan and arm myself for future daily issues that arise.  I've really been thrown for a loop as I feel I was't prepared for the last month's crap (mom's open heart surgery - she almost didn't pull through, my baby's (dog) diagnosis with liver failure, and the wedding planning, which alone is enough to set you over the edge!)   Add on top of that the fact that I have been dealing with daily headaches and the docs are trying to figure out whether it's migraines or TMJ .....lovely..... but no pity party for me ....I am going to make it through all this -- there's light at the end of this tunnel.... hugs to all y'all who are goin through crappy times right now, and thumbs up and happy dance for those of you who are chuggin right along in your weight loss progress! 

You know, Jenn, I think what you said is true....at least for us emotional eaters (definitely me!) "I guess the difference between those who succeed and those who don't is that the ones who do eventually learn to deal with stressors in ways other than with eating." Life certainly is never gonna run smoothly all the time, nor will there never be social events (weddings, birthdays, holidays, picnics etc) at which we are tempted.  We can't use LIFE as an excuse for not getting this weight off.  Behavior modification is definitely the answer plus a eating and exercise lifestyle that we can maintain.  Boy, now I've just solved every overweight person's problem....the magic bullet we've all been looking for.   The question for me is, if I have all the answers, how come I can't successfully put it into play?  Still working on that one. Hope you get the answer to your headaches soon...maybe just tension with all you've been through.  Wow, only 23 days....enjoy every one of them!!

Yeah, I definitely know what you mean about stress.  Glad you are getting back on track.  I'm trying to do the same which is definitely a struggle.   Are you having a big wedding? Brenda

Nope -- small chapel in the mountains with about 40 people -- close family and friends....then a big honeymoon in the caribbean!   Some friends of ours are going.  It should be a blast.  We are going on a cruise to Cozumel, Ocho Rios Jamaica, and Grand Cayman for 7 nights. 

Sounds like heaven!  Wishing you a long and happy marriage.  They do still exist you know.  Today is my anniversary and my husband truly is my soulmate. Brenda

Well thank you!   And a happy anniversary to you! I know they exist!  Both sets of my grandparents have been (or were) together for over 60 years and my parents will be celebrating 35 this year 

It's always something it seems, but yes, a few of us 'round here are going thru overloaded times.  In times of crisis, it is do-able to eat healthy - even if it means just eating less of the high cal/high bad fat stuff that may be too accessible.  Exercise becomes more like meditation rather than about dropping weight. I know that my daily exercise has become more like a step back from my life and looking at the bigger picture rather than the to-do list or the petty crap that can crop up.  Keep on keepin on.

Jenn you are moving right along girl! You are right, There IS a light at the end of the tunnel and soon you will be on the other side of this you are going through. Sorry to hear about your baby. Glad to hear your mom came through the surgery and OMG! with the wedding planning! So fun and so frustrating!! I've only been married for a little over 3yrs but I don't think one ever forgets the wedding and all the planning that comes with it. And the honeymoon...how awesome and oh so romantic- dancing under the night sky with a tropical breeze and sounds of the islands! Man I am sooooo JEALOUS!! Just a thought on the headaches--I was suffering from headaches/pressure for a while. I was sure it was a tumor or something! I went to a Neurologist and she ordered an MRI, Brain Scan all kinds of stuff. She found nothing and suggested I go to an eye Dr. Well waddya know? I needed glasses. I sit in front of a computer all day and my eyes just need some help. now...no more headaches/pressure. So good luck on the diagnosis. You can do it girl, just take it one day at a time! Cheryl