Confession: I am not perfect

Jill, your words mean a lot to me.  I am thinking that maybe I need to get me a few of those books and get some info for myself. The boards and the people I share this journey with are part of the reason I posted this.  I needed to be honest about where I am, I want people to know that it is a daily commitment and that it takes work.  I didn't want to be an example where people think oh it is so easy for her, how come I struggle, what is her secret, etc. Thanks for being here for me & cheering me on.

No problem.  It IS a daily struggle and that's partly why I get so upset when people say that I took the easy way out.  My a*s I did.  I didn't work this hard when I was on weigh****chers. Definately grab a few books - it has really helped me with working to stay on track.

Hang in there, Honey..........

Bravo for stepping out there and letting everyone know where you are at.  We are all here for you and your honesty I'm positive helps others who may post their own struggles! A tip for saving money...  I noticed that Target is advertising a 42-pack Crystal Light special for $7.99.  There are no rainchecks offered, but that is an incredible savings if you can find a place that actually got the shipment in (as most of those "too good to be true" advertised specials are just to rake us into the store...).  I've been wanting to stop by, but haven't had the chance this week so far.  But who knows?  Maybe there are still a few packages out there for all of us to find!  I don't suggest Walmart brand flavorings, I found those to be the least tasty.  Target brand is pretty good!  Target brand flavor packets are a 50% savings over regular priced crystal light, so I grab them when I can find them. HUGGLES!

Thanks Lauren.  I haven't checked at Target but will definitely do so now.  I actually also found out that Costco & BJ's carries the crystal light in bulk, definitely another option I need to look into.

I hadn't even considered the wholesale stores! My mom is a BJ's member...  I'll have to put her on the case for me and find me some cheap crystal light! :)

Believe or not this touched me in ways Im not sure I can explain..When i posted the other day I actually was afraid to post..For one I crawled within myself and really have not posted on this board in months,for 2, I thought I would be known as a faliure Or at least thats how I felt.I can not say I have done bad on this journey for I am down 122 pds in 14 months..not to shabby.I fall within all those catagorys 1..exercise..NOPE..maybe some walking in stores but thats about it. 2..Well I confessed to the cheescake and trust me there was more junk that touched these lips latley. 3..Protein..I had just stopped that completley but have gotten myself restarted..Vitamins..yup went threw that of not taking them,confessed that to my group and that smart handsome gentleman joe that runs around here actually gave me the will power and motivation in his convo that I been back and ok with those. 4..Water,,thats a laugh for me Im lucky if I get 8 oz a day..I seem to have a BIG issue with fluid period..no matter what it is. But again cortney..thank you..I don't feel so alone anymore..

Well I am glad my story touched you.  We are definitely not alone.  All of us are on this journey together, some of us just have a slightly different experience.  The support I am getting from everyone here & from home are really helping me out.