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I did well following my plan yesterday. Today I cleaned the kitchen including the stove, refrigerator and sink as well as the powder room. I jotted down my food as I went through the day. It is not as thought out as I would have liked, but the calories are ok. It always works out better to plan the work and then work the plan. In the past I have followed nutrisystem for a week. I like that plan because the meals are prepared and 3 snacks of "smart carb" aka fruit and protein like cheese or nuts keep me satisfied. Tri

B: Jimmy Dean delight 300

S: Slimfast chips and veggie soup 150

L: Pork tenderloin and ravioli 450

S: salad with fat free dressing, whole wheat bread slice, Swiss cheese and turkey hot dog 350

D: pork tenderloin and 1/2 cup brown rice mac and cheese 350

S: banana 100

1700 total

I am back to 228 lbs. this morning. 28 lbs. heavier than the morning I had surgery. (I had to gain weight to qualify for surgery.) I am 12 years post op today. Having this surgery to "cure my diabetes" was the worst decision I have ever made. I haven't felt like I have swallowed food since 2 weeks pre op. In the hospital 2 days post op I ate 3 oz. of pureed food and a protein shake. I knew there was a problem because I felt like I had not eaten anything. I saw people struggle to keep sips of water down. This surgery made diabetes worse because food slides through me without stopping. This is why I never feel like I have swallowed anything. Thinking about my stupid decision makes me feel so regretful and sad. Tri

Hi L.B.

I know...it is so hard. I am over 230 lbs. 30 pounds heavier then the morning I had the rny. It could easily be worse if I gave up. Everyday is a struggle. I keep trying too. I know there are a lot of other people that also have trouble losing or maintaining weight loss. I give us credit for pushing through. I can't remember the last time I was on track for 9 weeks though. I wish I had advice for struggling people, but I have been struggling for 14 years. My health has spiraled downhill during that time. Congratulations for hanging in there. Tri

My menu and movement today:

B: Jimmy Dean delight

S: clementines and plain Greek yogurt

L: salad with ff dressing, whole wheat roll, 3 oz. deli turkey and Swiss cheese

S: peach, Swiss cheese

D: veggie soup, 4 oz. chicken breast, 2 cups sauteed onion, peppers, cabbage and cauliflower, 1/2 cup brown rice, sugar free ice cream bar

I went to the gym and swam 2 lengths, floated on a noodle, took a sauna and a shower for relaxation.

Hello,
I can't keep up? The past few weeks have not been good let's just say.
I refuse to give up, just stressing is all.
I have to/need to Reboot.
I was doing really well, just hit a few bumps in the road, okay major pot hole, let's just say!!
I want this to work, so I will keep trying.
Tired of giving up so easy, I am going to push through this slump!!
Pray for me! & Thank you

I was 230 this morning. Such a slow and long way to go. I am viewing it as learning to follow my plan one day at a time. I am cleaning about 15 minutes an hour to keep moving. I am generally feeling better and the house is looking better too. Tri

B: Jimmy dean delight

S: peach and plain Greek yogurt with almond slices

L: 1/2 beef/turkey stuffed pepper and toasted whole wheat French bread without butter and a small salad: lettuce, tomato, snow peas, fat free blue cheese dressing and croutons

S: 4 whole grain crackers and Swiss cheese

D: Rotisserie chicken breast, 1/2 cup brown rice, stir fry veggies

S: my veggie soup and Sweet Freedoms ice cream bar