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thrifting on,, thrifting on the moooonnnnn

Morning

It's been many months since I stopped in. My own world, as well as the world at large, has been insane and overwhelming and I basically fell off the proverbial wagon.

[Computer just ate what I wrote!!]

Being a sole caregiver to my wife, and being overwhelmed with my own debilitating pain and depression since our move in October, has just been more than I could manage and weight gain has happened. All of the "treatments" I've been prescribed have unfortunately either been ineffective or made things worse, but in the last few weeks, I've found a number of things that are helping to manage the pain better.

With some relief finally, I am trying to reevaluate my goals and find some new direction. With moderate spinal degeneration in several places, running and lifting heavy may not be possible any longer, but it's time to adjust what I can without beating myself up too much.

I'm 3 years and almost 4 months post-RNY with 23 pounds that I'd like to lose and fitness that I'd like to regain. I know that I have the tools to get there, and one of those is coming here for support and accountability. Thanks.

Since it is Friday, I've included some recent pics, 2 of me and one of PURE EVIL!!

Take care everyone and be safe! Janet

So so glad to see you back. Luckily we can all jump right back on the wagon when life knocks us off. You're in the right place for accountability and encouragement. You've got this and now you have lots of cheerleaders too!

My dear, you're my hero and a shining example that it can be done!!

Thanks! Not sure I could do it without every single person here.

Glad your back. You were missed.

You have a lot of stress with being a care-giver as well as enduring your own pain. I have fallen off the wagon many times since surgery in 2007. There is always a way to get back on track. Welcome back.

Welcome back!

So sorry things continue to be hard, but I am always happy to see old posters return. The first few years are so relatively easy--it's the struggle after a few years that keep most of us needing the daily support even more, but so many people fall away...

That cereal...omg. I have RH just looking at the box!

So good to have you here!! Missed ya so much.

Janet,

So good to see you post. I was actually thinking about you the other day.