Hi everyone. I'm back! April 30th will be my four-year surgiversary. I can honestly say that my decision to have WLS was the best decision that I've ever made in my entire life! I lost a total of 101 pounds, and it truly did give me my life back. However, over the last 1-1/2 years, I've managed to go back to some old poor eating habits (convenience foods, carbs, etc.) and I've put back on about 35 pounds.
I made the decision last weekend to kick-start things again -- it was definitely time. My clothes were very tight (I'd gotten as low as a size 12, but am now back up to a 16). I was feeling sluggish and just knew that if I didn't do something now, then I was on my way back to plus sizes and just feeling miserable about myself.
So, last Monday, I started back to the basics - lots of water, protein shakes for breakfast, salads and low-fat and low-carb meals, and lots of fruits and veggies. I haven't had any sugar since last weekend either (that was also part of my downfall - the realization that I could handle sugar again).
Since starting my "back to the basics" diet last Monday, I'm down a total of 5 pounds!!! This week, my goal is to start exercising again and keep up with the healthy eating habits! I really want to lose that other 30 pounds by summer. I'd love to lose half of that before April when I head to Cancun for a business trip!
Blogging and being active on several WLS message boards was one thing that kept me focused during my initial weight loss. It's something that I want to start again with a renewed focus. When I made this commitment four years ago, I knew it was going to be a lifelong commitment. A few bumps in the road later, I'm back on track now and look forward to my renewed commitment!!
