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It's been so long since I've been on here. I should be ashame of myself. First of all, by Jan. 2007, I was down to 210, but since then, I've been drinking Starbucks coffee like it's going out of style. I've gained ten pounds! Yikes!!! I guess I could blame the work related stress or the family related stress, but it's basically my fault. Today, I walked over two miles to get myself together. I should keep things like it used to be. I know the rules. Eat protein. Take my vitamins. Drink plenty of water. Exercise. Don't eat junk. I've been drinking sweet coffee. I've eaten whatever I want. I've even stopped going to the gym that I'm paying for monthly. I will do better. I will get it together before my trip to Vegas in June. I have over a month to kick it in gear.

I have written anything in a bit. I do feel great. I've had a lot of wow moments lately. God is so good. I can't believe that I can now wear a Large in shirts and a 14 in most pants and dresses. I've never been this small! In high school, I can remember wearing a size 16 briefly, but I mostly wore 18's and 20's. I feel like a new person. I just can't believe it. I still treat myself to snacks once or twice a week, but I do eat meats, veggies, and fruits. I also drink non-carbonated drinks. I mostly drink Crystal Light, unsweetened tea, and water. I will have to admit to an addiction to STARBUCKS! Oh my goodness! Save me! I love Mocha Light fraps. and sugarfree vanilla lattes. I need serious help from my coffee treats. I eat a lot fruit and that seems to agree with me. I still try to eat 4 or 5 small meals a day and 2 healthy snacks. I don't wish to lose any more weight unless it's gradually over the next year, but no more than 10-14 pounds. 
I did have a bad fall this week. I fell down the stairs because I had overworked myself around the house. As I walked down the stairs, my right leg gave out. It used to be my weak leg, and that often happened when I was obese, but this is the first time it has happened since I have had WLS. I was surprised. But I guess I have to get used to how my new body works. If I abuse it, it will let me down. 
I'm excited about Christmas this year. Last year, I was a bit down because I couldn't enjoy it like I was used to so many years ago. Now, I have learned that Christmas isn't just about giving and taking. It's about Jesus. I don't have to eat a lot of food to feel like it's Christmas. I can eat a small amount and still be happy. Merry Christmas!!!

Starting today, my old profile will only be visible through the archived information listed on "my story." I will update through blogging. Right now I'm preparing for Thanksgiving. I'm doing some cooking. Last year I was pitiful because I couldn't eat anything but mashed potatoes, but now I eat pretty normally. I've lost about 115 pounds. I wear a size 14 comfortably, which my goal was to get to a size 16 and I've surpassed that goal. I don't wish to lose more than another 15 more pounds. I'd like to firm my thighs, arms, and stomach. Other than that, I'm pretty happy with myself.