3.7.2021241.8 Pounds So, I missed last week's check-in for a variety of reasons. I did receive the 2nd COVID-19 vaccine on Saturday. I also felt bleh on Sunday. AND I was also at 245 pounds. So, I admit, I threw a pretty awesome pity party. Well, I am still standing at the precipice looking at… Continue reading Check-in 3.7.2021
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Weekly Check-in 2.20.2020
02.20.21 241.2 pounds Well, another week has flown by, and I am still in the 240s. Last week I weighed in at 241.6, and this week 241.2. What is interesting is that on Monday, I started to gain and was at 246, then the weight began to drop. So, I am .4 pound less than… Continue reading Weekly Check-in 2.20.2020
Check-in 1.30.2021
So...Life has been...well, life, a lot of good and not so good. But yes, I am still smiling. I did miss last week because my weekend went south, and I just never found the time. So, I am making sure that I am posting now. I hope that my world settles down, so there is… Continue reading Check-in 1.30.2021
12.20.2020 Check-in and looking forward to 2021
12.20.2020246.6 Pounds Well, YAY! I released 3.4 pounds, which brings me back into 240 range, where I want to stay until Mom and Dad don't need assistance anymore. I am 246.6 pounds. And I learned a valuable lesson. You don't "go on to maintenance." You ramp up your calories slowly. It is actually hard when… Continue reading 12.20.2020 Check-in and looking forward to 2021
12.13.2020 Check-in and Looking Back at 2020
12.13.2020 250 pounds Good Morning, everyone! Grab your coffee! This is a long one! First things first, I have not kept my weight under 250. Yesterday, I was 251.3 pounds, and today, 250 pounds. I am not happy with the 7-pound increase in weight, but it has motivated me to make sure I log my… Continue reading 12.13.2020 Check-in and Looking Back at 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
How did I do this?
Yesterday, a friend emailed me and asked, "How did you lose the weight?" and if I had any advice. She also deals with chronic illness and pain issues. I can honestly say that no, I don't have any advice. All I let anyone know is what I do and what works for me. So, here… Continue reading How did I do this?
Psoriatic Arthritis
I am going to start this post by saying, "I love my life." I have good friends and family; I am getting healthier; and I have a good rhythm in my life. I love my life. There are parts I don't love so much. While I am getting healthier, I am still dealing with chronic… Continue reading Psoriatic Arthritis
This Girl is Going Off Her Meds!
So much to talk about today!!! Today was a marathon of three doctors' appointments today. I am very hopeful about my health. And I am thrilled to say that my changes in lifestyle are manifesting very positive results. And I am still a crazy lady with a cat. So, I saw the derm today. We… Continue reading This Girl is Going Off Her Meds!
Fighting the Mental Battle
I don't feel well today. Truthfully, I feel like crap. Last evening I started to hurt. My lower back and hip were not happy. Then, my ankles, wrists, and elbows began to ache. I did walk my short walk at 5 am. I didn't do my arm workout, and I just wanted to go home.… Continue reading Fighting the Mental Battle