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Driving on
Well to speak metaphorically, it's scary out there on the side roads, the
dirt roads of weight loss maintenance. The lines aren't real clear and I keep swerving off the road and getting back on, then swerving back off and getting back on awhile before I hit a pothole or find myself lost because I'm trying to find my own way with no signs. So I'm back to the four-lane highway of my prescribed eating plan. Unlike the dirt roads, I can't stop anywhere I please, or pull off to run into the woods for a minute. But the lines and signs are clear and if I follow those roads I can get where I'm going much faster and without so much angst. Am I willing to get off the country roads, which I like better, and drive on the freeway? I hate how you can't make U-turns and how you have to keep your eyes on the road every second for all the traffic and trucks. But do I want to get where I'm going or don't I? I had a nightmare last night that I was looking for an outfit to wear and none of my clothes fit me (I'm certainly not at that point yet!) and I had to look at a round rack of my old clothes and pick out something that would fit around my hips. I picked a green floral shirt (top of a two-piece set), which was from my old work wardrobe and as I now recall was a size 28W. So you can believe that my heart was pounding when I woke up. While I don't have any of my old fat clothes (gave away 25-30 Hefty bags full), they really are that close. So it's back to the highway starting today. Forgot to mention before that I saw my nutritionist (numbers were not good) and it was my last scheduled visit with him-- where you decide whether you are going to sign up for another 9 months and pay up front. So yes, yes, I did. I may swerve off the road but I am not going to roll over the car and let it burn with me inside. Mary M 325-167-150 |
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Mary M/Ohio wrote: Well to speak metaphorically, it's scary out there on the side roads, the dirt roads of weight loss maintenance. The lines aren't real clear and I keep swerving off the road and getting back on, then swerving back off and getting back on awhile before I hit a pothole or find myself lost because I'm trying to find my own way with no signs. I love this post, Mary! You've certainly found the key to success. It's all about not giving up when we see a few pounds find their way back and taking the necessary steps to correct the problem. I'm glad to see you signed up for another set of visits with the nutritionist. I'm just starting a new 10 week session of the WW-at-work plan. I had a co-worker ask me why I was spending the money to return when I was only a few pounds above my goal. I told her the accountability really kept me focused. She dropped out this session because her weight loss was beginning to slow down as she gets within 20 pounds of her goal. She's becoming frustrated with those last 20 pounds. I certainly hope she can stay focused without the program. I know not being able to lose weight on her own had been the reason she joined. I find I have better results when I concentrate on the exercise goals and not obsess about every little calorie. Don't get me wrong....I still watch what I eat but I'm one of those people who eats about the same or similar menu each day. It's easy to know when you've strayed from the norm. I'm looking forward to your future reports....I just know they'll be good. Your determination is evident from this post. Go Mary!!!! Beverly So I'm back to the four-lane highway of my prescribed eating plan. Unlike the dirt roads, I can't stop anywhere I please, or pull off to run into the woods for a minute. But the lines and signs are clear and if I follow those roads I can get where I'm going much faster and without so much angst. Am I willing to get off the country roads, which I like better, and drive on the freeway? I hate how you can't make U-turns and how you have to keep your eyes on the road every second for all the traffic and trucks. But do I want to get where I'm going or don't I? I had a nightmare last night that I was looking for an outfit to wear and none of my clothes fit me (I'm certainly not at that point yet!) and I had to look at a round rack of my old clothes and pick out something that would fit around my hips. I picked a green floral shirt (top of a two-piece set), which was from my old work wardrobe and as I now recall was a size 28W. So you can believe that my heart was pounding when I woke up. While I don't have any of my old fat clothes (gave away 25-30 Hefty bags full), they really are that close. So it's back to the highway starting today. Forgot to mention before that I saw my nutritionist (numbers were not good) and it was my last scheduled visit with him-- where you decide whether you are going to sign up for another 9 months and pay up front. So yes, yes, I did. I may swerve off the road but I am not going to roll over the car and let it burn with me inside. Mary M 325-167-150 |
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great post mary!
just because i am sober and have been for many years, does not mean that i stop attending my weekly support groups! SUCCESS is ODAAT! -- http://img195.exs.cx/my.php?loc=img1...dcp00330kx.jpg "Mary M/Ohio" wrote in message ... : Well to speak metaphorically, it's scary out there on the side roads, the : dirt roads of weight loss maintenance. The lines aren't real clear and I : keep swerving off the road and getting back on, then swerving back off and : getting back on awhile before I hit a pothole or find myself lost because : I'm trying to find my own way with no signs. : : So I'm back to the four-lane highway of my prescribed eating plan. Unlike : the dirt roads, I can't stop anywhere I please, or pull off to run into the : woods for a minute. But the lines and signs are clear and if I follow those : roads I can get where I'm going much faster and without so much angst. Am I : willing to get off the country roads, which I like better, and drive on the : freeway? I hate how you can't make U-turns and how you have to keep your : eyes on the road every second for all the traffic and trucks. : : But do I want to get where I'm going or don't I? : : I had a nightmare last night that I was looking for an outfit to wear and : none of my clothes fit me (I'm certainly not at that point yet!) and I had : to look at a round rack of my old clothes and pick out something that would : fit around my hips. I picked a green floral shirt (top of a two-piece set), : which was from my old work wardrobe and as I now recall was a size 28W. So : you can believe that my heart was pounding when I woke up. While I don't : have any of my old fat clothes (gave away 25-30 Hefty bags full), they : really are that close. : : So it's back to the highway starting today. Forgot to mention before that I : saw my nutritionist (numbers were not good) and it was my last scheduled : visit with him-- where you decide whether you are going to sign up for : another 9 months and pay up front. So yes, yes, I did. I may swerve off the : road but I am not going to roll over the car and let it burn with me inside. : : Mary M : 325-167-150 : : |
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"Mary M/Ohio" wrote in message ... So it's back to the highway starting today. Forgot to mention before that I saw my nutritionist (numbers were not good) and it was my last scheduled visit with him-- where you decide whether you are going to sign up for another 9 months and pay up front. So yes, yes, I did. I may swerve off the road but I am not going to roll over the car and let it burn with me inside. Well every once in a while it's good to stop and get your bearings and maybe ask for directions (unless you're a guy and genetically unable to ask for driving directions). Like the old expression said "keep on truckin!" Jenn |
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"Beverly" wrote in message oups.com... I'm glad to see you signed up for another set of visits with the nutritionist. I'm just starting a new 10 week session of the WW-at-work plan. I had a co-worker ask me why I was spending the money to return when I was only a few pounds above my goal. Because you believe in throwing good money after good! :-) I told her the accountability really kept me focused. She dropped out this session because her weight loss was beginning to slow down as she gets within 20 pounds of her goal. She's becoming frustrated with those last 20 pounds. I certainly hope she can stay focused without the program. I know not being able to lose weight on her own had been the reason she joined. I think this is a hard thing for many of us to face and deal with -- hence my "dependence" on nutritionist and trainer. I find I have better results when I concentrate on the exercise goals and not obsess about every little calorie. Don't get me wrong....I still watch what I eat but I'm one of those people who eats about the same or similar menu each day. It's easy to know when you've strayed from the norm. And I had been eating that way too -- and as I get back into my routine I think it will be easier. The first few weeks of different choices seem to be the hardest. I'm looking forward to your future reports....I just know they'll be good. Your determination is evident from this post. Go Mary!!!! Thanks so much, Beverly! I always appreciate your posts! Mary Beverly |
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" rosie readandpost" wrote in message ... great post mary! just because i am sober and have been for many years, does not mean that i stop attending my weekly support groups! SUCCESS is ODAAT! You are so right, Rosie! Keeping my sights on *today* is very important! Mary |
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"JennA" wrote in message ... "Mary M/Ohio" wrote in message ... So it's back to the highway starting today. Forgot to mention before that I saw my nutritionist (numbers were not good) and it was my last scheduled visit with him-- where you decide whether you are going to sign up for another 9 months and pay up front. So yes, yes, I did. I may swerve off the road but I am not going to roll over the car and let it burn with me inside. Well every once in a while it's good to stop and get your bearings and maybe ask for directions (unless you're a guy and genetically unable to ask for driving directions). Like the old expression said "keep on truckin!" Good thought, Jenn! Thanks! Mary |
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"Mary M/Ohio" wrote in message ... So it's back to the highway starting today. Forgot to mention before that I saw my nutritionist (numbers were not good) and it was my last scheduled visit with him-- where you decide whether you are going to sign up for another 9 months and pay up front. So yes, yes, I did. I may swerve off the road but I am not going to roll over the car and let it burn with me inside. Mary, I'm glad you signed up for another lot of sessions with your nutritionist. I'm also glad you've been for an appointment, even though you may have been disappointed in the numbers. It's all to easy to let bad news lead to more bad news and so on, but I know you really want this to work for you and I'm confident that it will janice |
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"janice" wrote in message ... "Mary M/Ohio" wrote in message ... So it's back to the highway starting today. Forgot to mention before that I saw my nutritionist (numbers were not good) and it was my last scheduled visit with him-- where you decide whether you are going to sign up for another 9 months and pay up front. So yes, yes, I did. I may swerve off the road but I am not going to roll over the car and let it burn with me inside. Mary, I'm glad you signed up for another lot of sessions with your nutritionist. I'm also glad you've been for an appointment, even though you may have been disappointed in the numbers. It's all to easy to let bad news lead to more bad news and so on, but I know you really want this to work for you and I'm confident that it will Thank you, Janice -- It's very easy for me to indulge in denial and procrastination, so to me those nutritionist visits are a little bit of insurance that I won't get completely off track. Thanks so much for your support -- I truly appreciate it! Mary |
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Mary M/Ohio wrote:
So it's back to the highway starting today. Forgot to mention before that I saw my nutritionist (numbers were not good) and it was my last scheduled visit with him-- where you decide whether you are going to sign up for another 9 months and pay up front. So yes, yes, I did. I may swerve off the road but I am not going to roll over the car and let it burn with me inside. This was a very inspiring post, Mary. I sent it on to someone who could use some inspiration. I'll go get my healthy snack now! -- Snowshoeing!! Laurie in Maine 207/110 60 inches of attitude! Start: 2/02 Maintained since 2/03 |
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