Checking in

Thank you all so much for your kind words... Day 3 of 5dpt is coming to a close. It was a bit of a struggle. Seems like treats are everywhere at work. I just leave the room. I did eat a small chef salad that was not on the plan today but otherwise it's been ok. Almost bought some almonds but knew I would be compulsive with them. Made some sugarfree pudding but left it at work as it should have been on day 1 and 2. I figure if I am desperate in the next 2 days I can have some of it and since it is in the work frig. I have saved me from myself. The last five pounds I gained came on "overnight" it feels like and that took me to a 30 pound gain. I am scared and this 5dpt is hopefully the beginning of finally reaching my goal by my 6 year anniversary of RNY which will be Sept 25, 2009. Then my goal is to maintain that for 6 months and possibly have boob lift and brachioplasty as my batwings are terrible and I have never worn sleeveless blouses in my whole life. It would be a huge wonderful thing for me and reward for getting to goal. At this point  am so afraid of re-gain. This lifelong battle continues. Thanks so much for this board!

You are doing so well - you've made it through three days of being in control of what you eat - that's amazing!

You know, the best part of the 5dpt in my opinion is knowing and proving to ourselves that we can control what we eat, rather than thinking/feeling the weight /food is controlling us - does that make sense?  Knowing that you have made it through three days, means you can make it through another day of eating what you chose to eat, (not what you potentially want to eat!!).

Keep doing what you are doing - planning and reaching for your goal - you go girl,

Ruth

Thanks for the encouragement. Yes, just doing it is a huge confidence booster. I am so full of self hatred for not controlling myself so when I do my mood improves greatly.

I love the kitty and chick pic.  :)

I know exactly what you mean about the self hatred - me too.

We can't hate ourselves and succeed.  I invite you to give it a try all day today of being your best friend.  Don't do, say, or think anything you would not want your best friend to do, say or think.  Would you encourage/support/enable your best friend to hate themselves?  I DON'T THINK SO. 

Here's to being your friend for the day!