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Ok so I was a little down this weekend because I gained a pound instead of losing it.  Stupid water retention I think.  But, since sunday my scale says I’m down 2 pounds.  Which totally gave me the boost I needed for the week.  It’s amazing how you get dissapointed and want to give up and then something as small as two measly pounds can turn it all around.  I just want to say for all of you that are struggling and even for those that arn’t, remember that sticking with it WILL pay off eventually, it just takes time.  I know that I have to remind myself of this everyday.  And I personally feel that remember this is the greatest challenge in losing weight.  It was so easy and so much fun to put it on and we probably didn’t complain while we were gaining it.  I know I didn’t.  It’s the hard work and dedication that we complain about now.  So I say go ahead and complain because it is hard work, but keep in mind, as the old saying goes, no pain, no gain.

Ok either my scale is busted or my body is out of wack, yesterday the scale said I had gained three pounds.  Today it says I have lost four pounds.  Water weight maybe???  Who knows.  But that much is a little much don’t you think?  I’m not complaining about the loss of weight . . . who would.  But the bouncing back and forth is ridiculous, and very frustating.  Anyone else have this problem???

After a few days of splurging due to birthday parties and family trips to the lake, I officially started my weight loss plan today.  Got on the scale and made Sundays my official “weigh in” day, tracked my points all day long and even went for a 20 minute walk/run.  But when I got on that scale this morning and saw that I was 3 pounds heavier than the last time I got on it, I was depressed.  I may have splurged but it wasn’t like I stuffed myself silly like I have been known to do.  In fact, now that I come to think of it, the only thing i splurged on was some pizza, and I didn’t overdo it with that either.  Well . . . . . I guess I just have to use it for motivation then because I just added to the amount of weight I need to lose and I’m not happy about it.  I just hope I can finish out the day on a good note, night time is the hardest for me, it’s when I get bored and want to eat to give myself something to do.  I’ve left enough points to have a snack if I get hungry, but the foods I crave at night are usually the worst.  I’ll do really good all day long and then night time rolls around and I blow it all away and end up feeling really guilty.  I’m going to make a rule (and try to stick to it) no eating after 8pm.  I really hopes this works because I want to lose this weight so bad.   And you would think that wanting and longing to be healthier would be enough, but for me I guess its not sometimes.  Of all the addictions to have to fight I think food is one of the hardest, because you have to eat no matter what, you can’t just quit food.   Well best wishes to everyone and good luck on your weight loss journey.

Ok, so I woke up this morning feeling absolutely wonderful.  My mum gave me an exercise to do and I swear it works.  Get naked and stand in front of a mirror and tell yourself that you are beautiful, mind, body and soul.  I did this last night after my shower and let me tell you . . . . I woke up feeling really good about myself.  I realize that naked in front of a mirror can be scary . . . . beleive me I’ve been there . . . but this works.  I mean let’s just say that you can’t start to feel good about the way you look if you’re always bringing yourself down about the extra weight, so set it aside and realize that there is more to you than just that weight.  For me working on those self esteem issues is going to be part of my weight loss experience and for me this was a great way to start me off in the right track.  If it’s not for you that’s fine too, but i suggest we all find a way to feel better about ourselves, both inside and out.  And seeing how this seemed to work for me I thought you all might want to give a try.  Let me know how it goes!!!!!

Ok, so like the rest of you, I need to lose weight.  For several reasons.  The most important, is myself.  I had a baby . . . . 18 months ago . . . . .  and still have not lost that baby fat, and for me that is embarrasing.  At first i could give the excuse “well i just had a baby” to myself, but that ain’t working anymore :)  The second reason is my family.  I have an extremely active husband and I would like to be able to run with him and do all the activities that he would like but I just don’t have the stamina to keep up with him.  He offers to slow down for me but then I feel like i’m depriving him of a good workout and that’s just not fair.  And then there’s that baby to think about.  He’s very mobile right now and I find myself having a hard time keeping up with him.  So the bottom line is . . . . I NEED to lose this weight, because it’s something that i really want for myself and the next most important thing, my family.