I got behind in my posting again. I couldn't think of anything to say last week, and I don't get much chance to write during the week, so the occasion passed. Oh, well, I'll try to catch up today.
Two weeks ago, when I went to the baby shower, I succeeded in eating some veggies and one piece of cake. I did have some sweet lemonade, though, which I didn't account for. Considering there were quite a few nice looking treats at the party, I think I did pretty well to avoid them. Whenever I do eat reasonably at a social event, I can't help remembering the way I used to scarf up everything available, to the point of not liking the picture I presented of someone who can't stop eating. It's nice to be able to converse without shoving something into my mouth continuously. I often wonder if anyone remembers the way I used to be and sees the difference.
Oh, well, I guess I'll have to be content to simply carry on with my plan, despite the general lack of notice I receive for doing so. The end result is its own reward, after all. (Still, it would be nice to get at least one compliment from a coworker!) Perhaps people notice but are afraid to ask. Maybe they think I've got cancer or something. Or maybe it's just too gradual, and people don't have a before picture to compare with the after. I guess I'll just include some here, then.
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| Before: Nov 2010 |
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Anyway, today I finally got below 170 lbs, which is a big milestone for me. I need to continue to step up the exercise and step down--just a tiny bit--the amount of food I eat. I'll just have to make different choices at meals so that I don't have to feel deprived at any time.
One of the dangers Shirley warns about is the tendency to get attached to certain foods or menus. I have found myself craving certain little treats I make for myself, like toast with a teaspoon of peanut butter. I don't want to get so I have to have certain things every day. My blood sugar locks me into eating at certain intervals, but I can change the menus up once in a while, such as coming up with a new snack item. It's important because I think it will eventually make it easier to cope with the "outside" world, where people eat things like chips and ice cream occasionally. The operant word is occasionally, not daily or whenever I get the chance. So when I get to the point when I can truly eat a dish of ice cream and then forget about it for weeks, I'll be ready to join the outside world.
I guess that's enough for today. Time to go for a walk. See you next week!
I see a difference and my family, who doesn't see you often will notice. Keep it Up, You're inspiring me to change.
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