Well everyone… I have decided that I’m going to start blogging heavily again.  I have had my band now for more than a year (about a year and a half) and I have been at the same weight since before the year anniversary.  I’ve not lost anything.  “Why?” do you ask… Easy… My eating habits and exercise habits have stunk so much that I’ve stayed stagnant.

Let me give you an example.  I’ve been drinking alcohol, eating cheesy fried foods, breads, fatty high carb foods, ice cream, sweets, etc.  And the worst part is that I will know that I’m full, but I will drink fluids allowing myself to eat more because I think that I need more food.  All of my old habits from before my surgery have creeped back into my life and I’ve allowed it.  Fortunately I’ve not gained weight because I do monitor my weight each day, but it makes me so mad inside to know that I’ve not been a good steward with the opportunity I’ve been given.

I’d like to lose 40-50 more pounds.  Right now I weigh 121 on the scale.  I should be 180 or 170 at my ideal.

1) I’m going to increase my water intake.  BUT… NOT DRINK WHEN I EAT! 
2) I’m going to go back to making my protein shakes for breakfast.
3) I’m going to keep healthy snacks at my desk at work and in my car and in my home. (almonds, lo-fat string cheese)
4) I’m going to eat slowly and be very aware of when I am getting full.
5) For lunch, I’m going to go back to ordering grilled foods.
6) I’m going to make sure I’m taking my vitamins like my doctor says I need to
7) I’m going to watch my portion intake. 
8 ) I’m going to say “No thank you” when my husband (yes… I got married recently) asks me if I want food after I already ate.
9) I’m going to stay strong and not let my eyes control the amount that I eat.  I’m going to only eat what my body says I should eat.
10) I’m going to increase my workouts from (0) per week to 3 per week.

I am going to make this work! I’m going to overcome my past habits. I’m going to eat healthfully.  I’m going to take control of my eating life again and finish what I started!

I’m going to hold myself accountable by blogging every day possible!

I’m going to make this work damnit!