Posts by tj_s

jericho,  please know that you are not alone.  I completely understand the rejection feeling, and that is why I read this thread every day.  It helps me to know that there are others out there like me and that maybe in some way we can help each other through this.  

Another thing I constantly have to keep in mind is that I am doing this for me, and that I cannot give other permission to get me down.  When ever I go out I feel that people are looking at me and thinking "How could she let herself get that big." In actuality, they probably aren't even really looking at me and if they are who cares because they do not matter.

By starting this thread, you have helped alot of people, and just know that I for one am greatful that you did.    

Well,  I did better than I thought after about 2 weeks of not tracking.  I started the CC journey on April 7, 2008 and I am down a total of 7.2 lbs.  I guess I just want it to go faster than it is, but for that to happen I am going to have to work harder.    I am just about 6ft tall, and have 157 lbs to loose and that will put me at 200lbs.  You can do the math, this is the first time that I have put my stats out here, as I am totally embarrassed by this, but that is my motivation. Oh yeah and I will be the big 4  0  in a couple of months.

I have been heavy pretty much my entire life, but this is the heaviest I have ever been. My husband is somewhat supportive, but it seems that he is always offering me things that I shouldn't have like my fav carmel peanut clusters,  he means well.  He has never had to worry about his weight as he has a high metabolism.

Both of my parents are heavy, my mom has high blood pressure and bad arthritis.  I can tell if I don't get moving more that I am going to be like her.  I have 2 sisters and they both struggle a bit with weight but nothing in comparison to me.  My brother has really never had any trouble with his weight cept now he is getting older he is getting a little thicker.

I know that this is going to be a long journey, but I also know that with some ups and downs I can do this....  You all are my inspiration, it helps me alot to know that I am not alone in this.   Hope you all have a great week.

Thank goodness the weekend is over...  Now I can regroup and get back on track.  I don't know why, but I don't seem to struggle as much when I have to go to work every day.

I am really glad to see all of the familiar people finding this post as well.  I think I am driving myself crazy with the scale as I seem to have become obsessed and think I have to weight every day and keeping seeing myself bounce up and down.  I am going to try and weigh myself only one time a week.   I have had some knee issues so I am looking for some low impact activities that will help me burn more calories and tone up.

I am glad you are feeling better jericho.

Longway to go,  I have journeled a little, but I do not have any buddies yet.  It is really hard for me to decide how much I want to put out there.  I seem to be doing pretty good with watching my Calorie Count and have been shedding some pounds, but I am struggling to stay positive. 

There are so many of you who are doing a great job, and it is a real inspiration for me to be able to read through all of your experiences. 

Welcome Charlenee,  I am going on my second week useing this site, and I really like it,  I have started and stop so many times that I cannot count, but this is it for me.  I am committed to making this a lifetime change..

Best wishes all!

I just found this sight yesterday and am just starting out.  I have a long way to go to lose 100 plus, but I am confident that I can do it this time.  I have read the threads and really think this is an awesome support network.