The MakeMeThinner Support Forum

[siglamb962]

Wow,

I cannot believe it has been almost three months. I have really had a rough go of things, and although I have not gained back any lost weight, I have been off plan for about two of the months. I just could not seem to get back on. There was Halloween, then my dad had emergency surgery, I went to IL, and now the Holidays. I am really praying I can get it together. I am stocked up on food, and intend to start back tomorrow. I am going to Disney World in late January, so I am hoping to loose at least 30 pounds by then. I got sick in November while on vacation, had a really bad asthma attack, got really depressed, and turned 30. Add this to my sister having a baby and dad having surgery, and I have not been really supportive to myself. I know this works, and I know once those first few days are over it will be easy. It is just the getting back on. But, I know that because of my PCOS and other issues with hormones, I only have a short time before my fertility is gone. I need to loose as much weight as possible so I can have another baby, and so I can be alive for the ones I have. I have made a committment and I need to honor it. I also decided I need to be more active on the forum so that I can get support. I really need it.

[siglamb962]

Reasons to Loose Weight

1. To see my kids grow-up.
2. To grow old with my husband.
3. To look as good from the next down as I do in the face.
4. To shop at normal stores.
5. To have more babies.
6. To buy real maternity clothes and actually look pregnant.
7. To do something for ME for once.
8. To let my sister be known as the fat one.
9. To be able to be more active.
10. BECAUSE I AM WORTH IT!!!!!

[bikipatra]

Those are all very good reasons and I do hope you are able to have another baby. I did have to chuckle a bit at the one about your sister being the '"known as the fat one."

[siglamb962]

Thanks for the support Biki!

[siglamb962]

For the last four days I have tried to restart, and found myself so hungry. I had not remembered that part. Today is a day two, and I am starving! I am at work, so no good options. I am going to have another shake and reward myself with some broth when I get home.

I have three weeks until Disney World, and I really want to loose about 20-30 pounds in that time so I can go to the outlet malls for shorts. I have no summer clothes in my size right now, and if the size changes, all the better.

It is tough, but I am going to get there. I can feel the "change" starting already. My body remembers ketosis, and wants to get back there. The last time I was at Disney World, I was at 330. I want to be further below that this time!

I arranged to ship some RTD to my husband's grandmas house. We are staying with her for a few days before we go to the resort. I will have my packets with me, and we also have a very structured meal plan in the parks. We paid for meals included, and get one quick service and one sit down a day plus a snack. But since my youngest is only able to eat off adult plates (too young to buy a plan) we are giving my quick service meal to him and I will use my snack for a bottle of water and have a shake when they are eating. I will then have my lean and green at our character dinners at night. I will have RTD or a bar with me in the park, and we will have a micro in our room for oatmeal or soup.

Can anyone think of anything I might be overlooking?

[Out*With*The*Old]

It sounds like you have it all planned out! Good for you! Planning helps a ton - stick with your plan and you'll do great!

Just remember that the hungries will go away when you hit ketosis!! Good luck getting back there - - go drink 8 ounces of water really quickly that normally helps me!

GOOD LUCK!

[rodeomom]

You are on the right track. I suggest you print out your list and post in everywhere in your house and at work to remind you why you are doing this when things get tough. I also have a list of what I will be able to do when I am thin that I can't do now (like fit in a lawn chair without breaking it, or being able to fit in the rides at the amusement parks). That last one should help you with your trip coming up. Some of those seats are downright tiny and how embarassing would it be if you couldn't ride "It's A Small World" with your children. I am not trying to be mean - please don't take that last comment that way - I am trying to give you some ideas on what to think about when you are struggleing with the urge to cheat or when you are dealing with the hungry monster!

You can lose the weight, you will lose the weight and when you do you will be so much happier not to mention healthier!!!

Go Get Um Girl!

[siglamb962]

I have totally had issues with the fear of not fitting in rides with my kids, especially as they get older and bigger (though not fatter). I saw the commercial for the next season of Biggest Loser and was thinking about what one couple said. They want to get healthy and loose weight before their kids know they are fat. So, inspired by Rodeo and my own demons, here is my list of things I will never fear after loosing the weight!

1. Fitting in a booth at a restaurant.
2. Getting pregnant and having Gestational Diabetes or Preeclampsia and having the doctor blame it all on weight.
3. Not being able to get up off the floor when I sit down.
4. Eating something in front of people.
5. Not being able to buy or rent a car because I can't buckle the seatbelt or the seat does not go back far enough.
6. Loosing my baggage on a flight and not being able to find any clothes because there are no FAT stores in the area.
7. Being referred to as that heavy girl with the pretty face.
8. Exceeding the maximum weight requirement for something.
9. Living in fear of dying from obesity related complications.
10. Having someone (doctor or well meaning idiot) suggest weight loss surgery.

[bikipatra]

I can relate to your list. Everytime I went to the doctor for ANYTHING while I was heavy they blamed it on my weight. My luggage was also lost going from DC to Florida for a cruise. For two days at sea I had nothing to wear that fit me except the winter clothes (It was late February) I wore on the plane. There was one sleeveless top in the gift shop I wore but I couldn't lift my arms because the fabric ripped there. Very embarrassing.

[katieb920]

8. Exceeding the maximum weight requirement for something.
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Wow I can so relate to this one. We were on vacation one time when I was growing up and it was an old building with an elavator and there was a maximum limit of weight aloud. My sister blurted out You better let Katie out. We do not want the elavator to break. I was mortified.

One thing that you might want to bring is Sugarless Bubble yum. Love that stuff.

Katie

[siglamb962]

Oh Yes,

I have for years been a sugar free gum addict! I have really been into the Stride flavors lately. I am also bringing tic tacs. I am not worried about the parks because I really don't think about eating. It is all about the fun. It is after the park I worry about. Back in the room with a food court near.

[katieb920]

So I have posted this picture a few times. But it works. I put a piece in my mouth. And when I throw it out it has that peppermint flavor for at least 45 minutes after. It is like trying to eat something right after you brush your teeth BLEHHHHH
<img src="http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t64/katieb920/pf_byum_10pc_SFree_pep.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket">

[siglamb962]

The kids and I are headed to the grocery store in a little while. I will look for the gum there. I will try it!
Thanks!

Oh, and I have not cheated yet! I did notice last time I got into ketosis much faster. Has anyone else had that happen when off plan and then back on. It's like the body remembers.

[siglamb962]

I changed my ticker to reflect my upcoming vacation. I did palm trees because they looked a little Miami Vice, and the sunshine because FL is the sunshine state. I am going to try and journal my food intake daily for a while.



Today:
Oatmeal
Hot Chocolate
Salad with Grilled Chicken Breast and low carb 1000 island
Shake
Bar
Will have another shake before bed.

[rodeomom]

Be sure to watch the fat intake on that dressing. I got some low carb one time that had like 15 grams of fat

Looks like a great start!