I started going back to the basics about 10 days ago, meaning I'm drinking a protein drink every day to supplement my eating, since I wasn't getting enough protein in for my daily requirments.   I think that is what slowed down my loss for a while.  Since starting the protein drinks, I've lost another 6 pounds!  My total is now -160 pounds, and I'm only 4 pounds away from my "original" goal.  I've now decided to move my personal goal down to 165 lbs.  That means only 14 more pounds 'til goal.  I think by adjusting my intake (insuring my protein is adequate) and upping my exercise a bit, I should be able to reach my personal goal by the end of July (that's when I'm going back to Oklahoma for vacation).  I haven't seen my family since last August, and I've lost an additional 70 pounds since then!  I'm curious about what kind of reactions I'll get when I see everyone.  Even more importantly, I NEED A VACATION - PERIOD!  I'm so burnt out right now, and my hubby is finishing his school year, and will be on "vacation" for about 12 weeks.  I get so jealous.  He's been teaching for almost 20 years, and every summer my greenish envy monster appears.  Oh, well.  We'll see how I handle it now that I am working from home, and he will be here everyday, all day.  It will definitely be different this year!  Have a lovely week!

I actually fit in (rather nicely I might add) size 10 Levi's!!!!!! For the first time in 22 years, I am wearing size 10 Levi's jeans!!!!!  YEEEE HAAAWWWWW!!  Man, I'm happier than a puppy with 2 peters! (forgive me, the Okie in me gets out every once in a while)  I bought them, wore them, and cried happy tears!  It's been tough, but it's SOOO worth it when these little moments happen!  I've lost another 5-6 pounds, and I'm only 9 pounds away from my personal goal.  However, I think I'm going to modify that goal.  I really think I can lose another 20 pounds.  BUT, when I reach my first personal goal of -165 pounds, I'll be ecstatic!  Can't think of anything else to write about, so have a happy week!  Summer is finally here!!

The Doctor said he doesn't want to do surgery now!!  YEAH!!!  I'm so relieved.  He said we will just continue to treat the symptoms, unless the pain becomes intolerable.  I think I'll do okay.  Hey, it's helped me walk alot more!  'Cuz when I walk, I don't hurt.  So, I take my dog Mikki on many, many short walks.  I think that's what helped me break my plateau.  I wasn't looking forward to menopause right now anyway.  I know it's just a few years away anyway, so who wants to rush it, eh?  So, pain meds for now.  Hopefully things will continue to get better.  I'm very hopeful.  Well, hope all is well.  Noone ever replies to my posts, so I know I'm just talking to myself here.  But that's okay.  Good therapy, ya know?  Have a great weekend!!