I've lost 80 lbs.  Where did they go?   The clothing size is different, but the body looks the same in the mirror.

I feel so much better and I have so much more energy.  I wish I could get into the habit of exercising regularily.  Is this the thing that could cause me to fil?

I eat too much sometimes.  I'm sure it is far more than a cup.  Maybe a cup and a half.  Is that too much for being 4 1/2 months out?

I have a new-found confidence in myself and my abilities, but my relationships are changing; sometimes not for the better.   I find myself reaching out to people in a way I wouldn't do 80lbs ago, but those closest to me are having to adjust to some new behaviors on my part.  I no longer let people use me as a doormat.  I speak up for myself much more readily.  And I hardly hesitate to speak my mind about things I used to keep to myself. 

I have discovered that I do not want negative people in my life, and if that includes my relatives, then so be it.  I need to have supportive people around me for my own piece of mind and well being.

I miss sandwiches.  So easy and convenient. 
 

Destiny, sounds like you're doing just fine.  Don't beat yourself up too much.  It's a lifestyle change, not a diet.  That's where I always, in the past, felt as if I had failed.  You're allowed to have a few carbs, but your 1st goal is protein and to eat slowly.  Just take a deep breath and just be.  You'll be fine.  Sounds like you have a good plan for getting back on track.  I don't think you've gone too far off track.  Sounds like head hunger to me.  Hang in there, Destiny, you'll do just fine.  Keep us posted.  :-)

Someone at work called me the "Incredible Shrinking Woman" the other day.  People have been really kind.  I try to take it in the spirit in which it is given, but sometimes I get tired of hearing it, too.  I am more than my wieght! 

But if you think about it, 80 lbs is INCREDIBLE!  So it's no wonder people comment.  Congrats!  And keep working in the right direction!

Ok so I have been slipping... ALOT lately and feel I need to put it out there so that I am accountable for my actions!  I have been hungry lately, since thanksgiving! I think it is because I indulged at thanksgiving, not neccesarily eating too much but eating the wrong food IE... too many carbs which has in return made me hungry and beggining to crave carbs again. I discovered over thanksgiving that I do not dump on anything which is really not a good thing for me. I have not gained any weight but the weight loss has slowed down over the past few weeks and now it is time to get my butt in gear. I have completly gotten away from the rules and now am trying to start out on a new leg. I have started getting my vitamins in again and am now working towards focusing on protien again. I am going to start logging my intake again tomorrow and focusing on THE RULES that I know are in place for a reason. I am 4 and a half months out and down 75 lbs, I have gone from a BMI of 51 to a 37 which is phenomenol and I feel great but I am ready to put the rest of my weight behind me forever! Thanks for listening to me be honest with myself and become accountable. I plan on joining a support group and getting back on track!

 Awesome News!!! And you have such pretty hair too! 

I hope mine starts coming back in soon!