Monday, May 18, 2009

Still Maintaining...

It's been quite awhile since my last post, but all continues to go well. Had a scare last month with the work situation, as our company had layoffs. Thankfully they said seniority would NOT be considered, rather it was work quality and how much we do....they followed thru and I kept my job while someone with 18+ years did not. (I only have 8.5 years) I hate it for anyone who loses their job, but THANK GOD it wasn't me!!! For the most part I continue to maintain my 137/138 weight which I'm quite happy with. A couple of weeks ago I did stray from my normal routine and ate WAY more than I should at several family functions. I paid for it on the scale when I saw 144.6 for the first time in over a year. This was my mini-reality check and I quickly got back to basics and was back down to 138 within a week. This was again proof to me that the scale really is my friend, even if I don't always like the number. It helps me realize when enough it enough and I need to get more firmly focused back on staying away from too many snacks. The kids are keeping us busy with end of the year school activities and only have about 2-1/2 weeks left until summer vacation. No big plans, they are just looking forward to relaxing and spending a lot of time at the beach. We took them last night to find new swimsuits for the cruise, and they both have their eyes on a new formal at the mall for one of the cruise dinner nights. Told them we may go back in a few weeks and let them try them on and pick one out (after Prom season when they go on sale). Thats about it for us...hope you all continue to trudge along well on your own weight loss journey.

5 comments:

jo said...

I love your blog because you are doing the hard part, keeping it off for life. I love that you use that scale to your advantage.

I hope you enjoy your cruise!

Thanks for the inspiration!

Lost Half of Me said...

Thanks Jo! 109 days and counting until the cruise and I can't wait!

Meg said...

Wow! Good job getting back on track so quickly! It sounds like that cruise is great motivation ^_~

Lost Half of Me said...

THanks Meg...actually just living my life is motivation enough. When I think of how much happier I am now than 150 pounds ago, well you don't need much more incentive than that. =D But the cruise is a great bonus! lol

Dutch said...

Just wanted to stop by and say hello. I hope everything is OK. I miss your entries.