Tired...long post

BuckeyeGirl
on 6/24/11 9:27 am - TN
Ms Shell,

220 is a long way from 345 and you have to be so proud of that, but I understand that 220 isn't where you want to be right now.

You've come so far, you can definitely do this. You know what to do. Move towards the light!!!

Best of luck,
Lindsey

  

    
Ms Shell
on 6/27/11 2:11 am - Hawthorne, CA
Thank you Lindsey...I kep reminding myself how FAR 220 IS from 345.  I can do this...I know I can...(little engine that could)

"WLS is only for people who are ready to move past the "diet" mentality" ~Alison Brown
"WLS is not a Do-Over (repeat same mistakes = get a similar outcome.)  It is a Do-BETTER (make lifestyle changes you can continue forever.)" ~ Michele Vicara aka Eggface

sublimate
on 6/24/11 9:29 am - San Jose, CA
Ms. Shell... although I'm not as far out as you I feel the same way in many ways, and I can relate a lot to what you posted. Although my demons are not carbs so much as nuts and cheese and just eating because I'm bored, lonely, sad or what ever.

For topics like this I just don't think that I can do justice online so I can't wait to speak to you on the phone. I have a ton of great strategies for getting in gear with food and exercise.

Maybe you'll have some for me too for my particular areas of weakness, but even if you don't, it sure helps to just share your struggles and have others who understand, KWIM? Hugs.. and really looking forward to speaking with you.

Start weight: 388, Current Weight: 185, Goal Weight: 180, Weight Lost: 203 lbs
Certified Nutritionist VSG FAQsublimate: To elevate or uplift.
3/2012 Plastics: LBL, 3 Hernias Fixed, BL/BA, Rhinoplasty & Septum Fix. 6/2013 Plastics: Arm and thigh lift

Ms Shell
on 6/27/11 2:12 am - Hawthorne, CA
Thank you darlin for everything over the last few days.  It meant a lot to me to just talk about my demons and yours and work together.  Trust me IF/WHEN I'm feeling weak I will reach out to you!!  Talk to you soon.

"WLS is only for people who are ready to move past the "diet" mentality" ~Alison Brown
"WLS is not a Do-Over (repeat same mistakes = get a similar outcome.)  It is a Do-BETTER (make lifestyle changes you can continue forever.)" ~ Michele Vicara aka Eggface

lucy2e
on 6/24/11 9:58 am - Laurel, MD

Ms Shell - thank you so much for sharing this with us (((hugs))).  I wish everyone who thinks WLS is taking the easy way out could read this - to see and understand that we still have to work, deal with the emotions and deamons! 

I have confidence that you can do this!  I believe you are a strong women - you just need to remember!  You can do this - you are not alone - you have a whole team on the infamous losers bench, and we all have your back!

Lucy  (Imma Loser!)
  LilySlim Weight loss tickers                  
HW 335 SW 311 CW 181.2 -- Goals:  Twoderville - 6/7/11, 280 - 7/1/11, 260 - 8/1/11, 240 - 10/30/11 Centry Club - 11/22/11, 220 - 12/27/11 Onederland - 5/25/12, 180 - , 170 (surgeons goal) -  
We shall see where this leads...  

Ms Shell
on 6/27/11 2:14 am - Hawthorne, CA
Thank you so much.  I do just NEED to remember my strength and REMEMBER to draw on the strength of others when I need to.

"WLS is only for people who are ready to move past the "diet" mentality" ~Alison Brown
"WLS is not a Do-Over (repeat same mistakes = get a similar outcome.)  It is a Do-BETTER (make lifestyle changes you can continue forever.)" ~ Michele Vicara aka Eggface

njmom5870
on 6/24/11 10:17 am
Ms Shell,

Forgive yourself.  You need it.  You deserve it.  Focus on all the positive things in your life.  Throw out all the trigger foods.  When you have head hunger, chew a piece of gum and journal!!  Go to a support group.   

You worked so hard to be where you are.  Stay strong.  We are all here for you.
Nina
    Lap Band Surgery 7/29/09......Removal after full slip 10/29/09
    Sleeve surgery...life really began....1/3/11

      
Ms Shell
on 6/27/11 2:15 am - Hawthorne, CA
I'm forgiving definitely working towards that now.  Unfortunately my trigger foods I find at work and enroute home.  I will go out and buy gum right now.  I remember that used to work so thank you for the reminder!!

"WLS is only for people who are ready to move past the "diet" mentality" ~Alison Brown
"WLS is not a Do-Over (repeat same mistakes = get a similar outcome.)  It is a Do-BETTER (make lifestyle changes you can continue forever.)" ~ Michele Vicara aka Eggface

ThinLizzy
on 6/24/11 10:44 am
I wi**** weren't so hard, my dear friend! But you WILL win--I know how important this is to you and how fundamentally strong you are. And, yes, for many, if not most of us, it will be a lifelong struggle to find a balance that will let us enjoy life's pleasures while still fighting back the demons that brought us to obesity.

I will pray for you. And your mom is cheering you on, I know she is!!

Lizanne

P.S. I wish I could have seen you while you were up in SF but we're having a grand time in NY and DC. Next time, for sure. I like Elina's idea of going dancing--I'm inviting myself to come along!!

xoxo



Ms Shell
on 6/27/11 2:17 am - Hawthorne, CA
Next time in San Fran for SURE...I'll make sure of it =)

Yes the struggles...I knew they would come but hoped I would have been MORE prepared for them.  For now just taking it 1 meal at a time =)

"WLS is only for people who are ready to move past the "diet" mentality" ~Alison Brown
"WLS is not a Do-Over (repeat same mistakes = get a similar outcome.)  It is a Do-BETTER (make lifestyle changes you can continue forever.)" ~ Michele Vicara aka Eggface

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