Moving Forward

Good Morning Friends, 

I am back into weight loss mode. For several months that mindset alluded me. I was so excited to have reached my first goal that I relaxed and "enjoyed the view".  However, something in my mind shifted this last weekend. I knew it was time to lose those last 30+ pounds and I dont want them finding me again. I gain weight easily so I must stay vigilant in my nutrition. Its hard bc I LOVE food. Did you ever watch "Friends"? I love food like Joey did but I will share!!

Auggie is doing well. He still pulls on the leash but we are planning to get him a harness to help deter him plus I am working with him on the focus command. The key is to distract him from whatever it is that has grabbed his attention. He is doing ok with it. It's just going to take time and consistency. Here is a pic of Auggie just bc he is so cute

Until next week

Keena

Enjoying the "View"

Good Morning, 

I just wanted to share that I am in a pause right now concerning my weight loss. What I mean by that is I'm enjoying where I am at in this journey. I am maintaining the loss and I am not regaining the weight. I am staying under 200 pounds. I am ok with that for now. I'm focusing on healthier choices and better mindset. This is a lifelong process and I'm learning a lot.  I've gained so much the last several months. I've gained confidence, higher self esteem,  a new outlook on life and more. If you are interested about my journey, please reach out to me.

Discouraged!!!!

I thought with the end of summer things would be better. WRONG!! The steroid injections helped my lower back although I still having problems but my mid back is still hurting. I had a MRI done and it is not spine related. So they sent me to pt. I start that in Oct. Meanwhile, I am on narcotics and strong muscle relaxers 3x daily. My gp thinks its a severe fibro flare. My ankles are even swelling so I take a diuretic every other day. I will ask my pt if gentle massge may help instead of a deep tissue massage. Im trying to do simple things bc my house looks like a tornado has come through. Its a total mess. I cant just avoid doing anything or critters will invade my home. My hubby tries to help but he works so hard that by the time he is home he eats then crashes
Then we had Florence. It was a stressful week. I hate hurricane prep. Its getting more and more stressful. I need to move to the mountains..lol

So to say the least Im gaining the weight back. Between the steroids and high anxiety, Ive regained 18lbs of the 42lbs I had lost. I have got to get back on track. All I want to do is EAT and not good stuff. I want junk food. Chips, cookies, pizza, burgers, brownies, etc. Plus, with all the money for medical expenses, there is less money for our food budget so that means cheaper less healthy food. Also my mind has reverted back to its old ways. Its time I take the control back. I need to reignite the fire I had back in Feb when I first time. I need my passion back. Please join me in prayer. I need your help. I feel led to fast but with the pain meds 3x daily I cant. I have to eat or it makes me ill. Thanks

Keena

Almost There

Good Morning,
As of this morning, I am down 42lbs. Only 8lbs to my 1st big goal. I thank God for this victory. I tried on some older(smaller) shirts of mine and they fit. My sugars are doing better,  my bp is good, and I am actually seeing the change in my body. Please remember this is with a change of eating. Bc of some of my health conditions, I really have not been exercising. Plus, somehow I injured my knee and until I see dr and get it well I am not taking any chances. Also be aware that I do allow myself "cheat" meals. I am not being super restrictive. I LOVE food so I do sometimes indulge. If I can do this, I know that you CAN too. Dont give up on yourself. Your body will thank you. Its all about making healthier choices and knowing what you are eating. If you dont do it for yourself, do it for those that love you.

In this together,
Keena