Well, it’s been a few months since I last blogged. I have a million and one excuses as to why I haven’t blogged but the main reason was I just didn’t feel like it. I wasn’t in a space mentally where I felt like I could blog. And honestly, I felt like a failure. Yes, I got through my half marathon which was a huge accomplishment but I have done absolutely nothing since!
The good news… As mentioned above, I got through my first half marathon in November. I will recap it in another post at a later time but I did want to mention that it was one of the toughest things I’ve ever done. I was so happy and relieved that I finished because I was in so much pain. I was determined to finish even if that meant I had to crawl across the finish line. Thankfully I didn’t crawl and actually ran across the finish line but it was all down hill after that!
Because of my injury that I made worse during my half I gave myself permission to take it easy until my leg was healed. Fast forward almost three months later and other than daily walks and a few hikes with the hubs I have done nothing. NOTHING! It’s been wearing on me but I’ve lost my workout mojo and I’ve been struggling to get it back.
With that being said my daily healthy eats have been out the window too.. I have not been a model WLS patient. I have been eating crap like it’s going out of style. First it was Thanksgiving and I allowed myself to indulge a little, then it was the “holiday” season and well the baking bug got me this year and I enjoyed way to many cookies and sweets. I told myself that once the holidays were over I’d get back to basics and well here we are, January 31st and I’m still eating crap!
I’m hoping to get back on the healthy eats wagon today. I’ve updated my fridge with a boat load of greek yogurt, veggies and protein. I’m seriously considering going back to immediate post-op basics and doing shakes, yogurt and eggs for a few days. I need to seriously kick my sugar and carb tooth stat! I also need to focus on drinking water as I’m surprised I haven’t dropped from dehydration.. The signs are there but thankfully nothing serious has happened yet.
For the most part I have maintained my weight, I fluctuate within a few pounds daily but nothing serious yet. Unfortunately I’ve felt “fluffy” lately, bloated and my clothes are not fitting as comfortable. Eek, time to get this under control!
In other news, I’ve been keeping busy by working on my Etsy shop. I love being creative and love even more when I get to share my items with others. If you’d like check out my shop at: http://www.etsy.com/shop/IslandDaisyDesigns
Since I’m currently not working I’m starting to get bored and feel like this may also be contributing to my grazing. With that being said, I’m considering starting my own dog walking business for my immediate local area. I live in a HUGE subdivision and could start off focusing there first. Not certain if I want to go this route yet and am still weighing out my options.
Anyway, any help, suggestions, encouraging words to get me back on track would be appreciated.
I could have written most of this blog myself! I decided on the way to work this morning that I’ve GOT to get off the carbs/sugar. The only difference between you and me is that I am drinking water and I have gained 10 pounds. I think some of that weight is water because I’m eating so much salt (popcorn, chips, etc) that I’m bloated a bit.
Oh warm welcome-s to teh bloggy world again
It’s great that you feel better , sometimes circumstances are so like unbearable and need a lot of time to get recovered . But good luck for your marathon 
Noor @ Noor’s Place
I’ve been struggling to get back on the wagon since November, too. Between caring for a newborn, postpartum depression, and going back to work it’s been tough. You can do it! One day at a time. Not sure I’ll go back to protein shakes and soft foods, but something has to change. I’m choosing NOT to replace the junky foods that had previously been around the house. Having only healthy options is cutting down on bad choices. Now if I could only get the people who bring goodies to work to understand that.
I also could have written almost this same post! (Except for the half marathon part…that’s awesome, and I’m sure not up to that!)
I’ve gained about eight pounds. I had my two-year follow-up appointment this week and expressed concern for going off track these past couple months and the doctor reminded me that I’m human, this is normal, and I’m still a huge wls success story. That made me feel better!
So I’d suggest little-by-little going back to good habits, and don’t beat yourself up over the past few months which you can’t go back and relive.
You are awesome!
Hello my Lovely. First off let me say you look amazing in the picture of your half marathon. Anyone who can look like that in a photo of them running a half marathon should receive an award.
Ok here’s my peep talk.
1. What’s your plan? Read my blog post from last night.
2. Get out of the house.
3. I love the dog walking idea. But why sign up for running a business? Why don’t you friend a few dogs and maybe just walk some dogs. Of course those dog owners could grease your palm. Then if you feel like this is my destiny. Think about starting a venture. But give it a try first. I suugest this because you may need to really focus on YoU right now!
4. You’ve got this. You’ve done it before. Sounds like you are maintaining and that is NOT failure material.
Lastly I dig you. And want to read more of what’s going on for YOU.
Your friend Tracy.
It seems to be struggling season and we are totally going to get out of it. I say we because I have been sucking lately with the eatin department too.
Love the picture of your marathon! You need to frame that bad boy, seriously!! So proud of you!
Love the dog walking idea too!! I think it’d be great and give you something to stay busy, plus it’s exercise!!
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