Reality Check
Hola everyone!
It's been a really long time since I've been on this site (yet again). I am making a new years resolution to be active on here like I was from before my surgery. So this is the update:
It has been over 3 years since my surgery and I have gained back 45 pounds from my lowest weight of 208 (I'm currently 253 lbs). Discouraging? Ummm yes....! But I want this to be a reality check for those that have not had the surgery yet. I had the surgery when I was 20 years old. Alittle after I turned 21 I went crazy with partying.... It was a big change for me. First I was able to get into bars, drink, and tons of guys wanted my attention. From what I know now, I obviously became very overwhelmed with all the big changes. So here I am now.... 45 lbs heavier with a new understanding of what it feels like to be a "smaller" person. I have been the out casted fat person ALL of my life. So for it to change as quickly as it did was too much for me at the time.
Sure I am discouraged that I let my weight gain take hold of my life the way it has (I spent an entire year in a complete depression) but I will not let this weight gain defeat me!! I know it's a total cliche but I am going to start this new year out right!
I'm kinda scared but I plan of doing the P90X system. I'm excited and freaked out at the same time!! haha! But I plan of getting back to my lowest weight within the next 4-5 months. And from there continue on to my goal weight of 170-180!
I will make sure to keep the updates going throughout the year. I'm going to needs LOTS of support and I would love to help support other's in their journey's as well. Please add me or email me any time...! ;-)
XOXO
It's been a really long time since I've been on this site (yet again). I am making a new years resolution to be active on here like I was from before my surgery. So this is the update:
It has been over 3 years since my surgery and I have gained back 45 pounds from my lowest weight of 208 (I'm currently 253 lbs). Discouraging? Ummm yes....! But I want this to be a reality check for those that have not had the surgery yet. I had the surgery when I was 20 years old. Alittle after I turned 21 I went crazy with partying.... It was a big change for me. First I was able to get into bars, drink, and tons of guys wanted my attention. From what I know now, I obviously became very overwhelmed with all the big changes. So here I am now.... 45 lbs heavier with a new understanding of what it feels like to be a "smaller" person. I have been the out casted fat person ALL of my life. So for it to change as quickly as it did was too much for me at the time.
Sure I am discouraged that I let my weight gain take hold of my life the way it has (I spent an entire year in a complete depression) but I will not let this weight gain defeat me!! I know it's a total cliche but I am going to start this new year out right!
I'm kinda scared but I plan of doing the P90X system. I'm excited and freaked out at the same time!! haha! But I plan of getting back to my lowest weight within the next 4-5 months. And from there continue on to my goal weight of 170-180!
I will make sure to keep the updates going throughout the year. I'm going to needs LOTS of support and I would love to help support other's in their journey's as well. Please add me or email me any time...! ;-)
XOXO
Sending you wishes for a great and losing (lbs) New Year! You can do it!
Hugs
Terry
ObesityHelp Support Group Leader
It sure is good C'ING LESS OF ME!
It sure is good C'ING LESS OF ME!
We could learn a lot from crayons:
some are sharp, some are pretty,
some are dull, some have weird names,
& all are different colors....but they
ALL exist very nicely in the same box.
(Author Unknown)
I always say nothing like starting today...what have you done TODAY to make your goals a reality (remember even something simple like getting all your water or vitamins in is a start)!!
Ok tell me tell me ??
Ok tell me tell me ??
"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
Sweetie alot people fall into that trap and they are alot oder than you. Good Luck on your new determination. Stay connected to this board everyone is full of encouragment! Merry Christmas!
Bebaugh (Elizabeth)
"Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending." Carl Bard 
Welcome back to the board and big props for the confession and owning up to it. This is very hard for people to do regardles of WLS. You can and you will lose the weight you gained. I know I am only 5 mos out, but I am determined to do my part.
Keep posting and coming here for the support you will need and get or even just to chat it up.
Best of luck and remember, we are all here for you.
Annette
Keep posting and coming here for the support you will need and get or even just to chat it up.
Best of luck and remember, we are all here for you.
Annette
Annette
Hi Ashloretta, I am in the same boat as you, I had my RNY 1 yr ago and I lost from 320 highest to 301 at surgery to 202 at 8mos. But I just couldn't get under the 200 mark or reach my 100lb mark. I think I psyc'd myself out and then fell into my old habits. Getting scared, frustrated and then eating to console myself. I have gained 15 lbs. in 3 months and am headed in the wrong direction. I am very disappointed in myself and am ready to get going in the right direction now. Please keep me in your prayers and thoughts as I will you and maybe we can do it together. Keep me posted and keep in touch. XOXO Donna
PS What is P90X system?
PS What is P90X system?
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