On Wednesday, I went hiking with two of my friends. They are both health and fitness professionals, fit and gorgeous. I adore them both. And they accepted and supported me at 323 pounds. Now, they encourage and support me in efforts to get healthy. In fact, I texted them on Tuesday if they wanted to… Continue reading What was different this time?
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11.21.2020 Check-in & Facing My First Big Challenge
11.21.2020248.6 Pounds I am facing my biggest challenge in improving my health. And it shows on the scale that I am not meeting this challenge well. But, I am determined to find a way to handle my life, mental point of view, and eating. So, here it is. I found 5.6 pounds this week and… Continue reading 11.21.2020 Check-in & Facing My First Big Challenge
Weekly Check-in 11.14.2020
11.14.2020243 Pounds Woo Hoo! I am maintaining!!! I am at 243 pounds still. And after this week, I am thrilled! So, what happened this week? Mom fell. It was a bad fall. She was walking outdoors and blacked out. She hit her head and was out for about an hour or so. Neighbors found her… Continue reading Weekly Check-in 11.14.2020
Weekly Check-in 11.7.2020
YAY! I only gained 1.2 pounds this week. And most of it is inflammation and swelling due to stress, poor food choices, and not getting enough water. So, I am actually thrilled where I am. This week has been especially hard and stressful. I had some disappointing news. I have been swollen and inflamed. THE… Continue reading Weekly Check-in 11.7.2020
Weekly Check-in 10.31.2020
OMG! 80 pounds releasedStarting photo 318 pounds Happy Halloween! Blessed All Hallows Eve! Samhain Blessings! Let's start with the great news! I have released 80.2 pounds so far! OMG! This is mindboggling to me. I have 7.8 pounds to release to reach my next goal. And, I am 5 pounds from the halfway point. This… Continue reading Weekly Check-in 10.31.2020
Weekly Check-in 10.24.2020
10.24.2020 247.6 pounds Hello! It is another amazing Saturday, and we have all made it through another week. I am up in weight this week. Last week I was at 245.8, and this week, 247.6. And I am not surprised at all. I have been in a lot of pain this week, and I started… Continue reading Weekly Check-in 10.24.2020
Inverse Psoriasis Flare
So, if you hang around people with a chronic illness, sooner or later you will hear the word "flare." Basically a flare is the onset symptoms. Sometimes, it can resolve quickly. Sometimes, it lasts for a while. Today started with a severe IBS episode which lasted for hours. Of course, exhaustion sets in after that.… Continue reading Inverse Psoriasis Flare
Milestone Achieved!
There is something magical about saying I have released 75 pounds. I have been glowing all day. It has been very hard at times, but I have done this. To be honest, I have not done this alone. I have an amazing support network of friends and family who have been supporting me and encouraging… Continue reading Milestone Achieved!
Finding me…
I was talking to a friend this weekend. He remarked on my weight loss and also how happier I seem. I smiled and said that for the first time in about a decade, I feel like me. I do. I feel like Lisa. But I also kinda don't know who I am as well. It… Continue reading Finding me…
10.3.2020 Check-In
So much is happening in my little world this week. First, I can finally say I have released 70 pounds. Well, 71.4, to be exact. I am so excited. I have 96 pounds to release until I reach my goal of 155 pounds. I am so very close to the halfway point. WOW! A friend… Continue reading 10.3.2020 Check-In
