- I had fill number 4 on Tuesday - my nurse (who I LOVE) said she thought that was very few fills for someone 10 months out. She also said other nice things - I was being down on myself because I'd only lost a few lbs since my last appointment all the way back in FEBRUARY - a hundred million years ago - but she said I was doing well, the scale had gone down not up and I should be happy that I've lost nearly 50% of my excess weight in less than a year. I got 0.5cc for a total of 7.5cc in my 10cc band. So far so good. I was told to do liquids for 24hrs and mushies for 24hrs and I was HUNGRY on liquids. Today though, 1/2 can of tuna and a plum kept me happy for nearly 4 hours. I'm happy with that!
- As a reward of my self control the scale is getting exciting...but you're just going to have to wait and see!!!
- I just ate some spicy chicken and some ratatouille - yum - I was eating for about 35 minutes - I've read that a lot of people stop after 20 or 30 mins - what do you all do and does limiting your time help?
- The boy and I will be moving out of our current flat by 23rd september and have decided to move in with his mum and step-dad for 4-6 weeks before getting our own place. At the moment we're just struggling so much with money, that a month or so rent and bills free (lovely parents!) will help us pay off a bit of overdraft/debt and make life a bit more comfortable when we do move. It'll also give enough time for us to get our deposit back from the current flat and time to look for flats without travelling an hour at a time to get over there while we still live here. Luckily, my "in laws" are the sweetest, least judgemental, friendliest people so although it's not ideal, I am very happy to have such lovely new family.
- After my 1.5 mile run I've found myself a busy busy bee and haven't worked out (apart from walking) for three days - tomorrow I'm making that treadmill my bitch!
- I really love you all. Just saying.
- Oh yes! Some of our favourite bloggers (Ronnie and MandaPanda, I mean you!) blogged about making fitness goals to work towards - others have since followed suit and I am INSPIRED! So here we go: I want to be able to run a 5k on the treadmill by Christmas - I don't really mind how long it takes, if I stay at my current 14 minute mile it'll take 42 minutes, but I'd love to get my speed up a couple of points as well. That's it for starters. There will be more.
- I spent some of today with my niece, Betty. She's 3 months old and just amazing - I'm totally in love with her.
- Sadly my sister who suffers from bipolar and alcoholism and struggled to cope after Betty was born because she was taken off one of her essential medications, a mood stabiliser in order to breastfeed. Unfortunately she went quickly down hill and has now been admitted to a psychiatric mother and baby care unit. They've been there for nearly 2 weeks and the average stay is 6 weeks. It's been very painful for me and my family. Every instinct in my body tells me I must protect Betty, and I just can't...I have to accept that she's my sister's priority not mine, and that I have to trust my sister to take care of her. But she hasn't been...she's struggled to look after her and it makes me practically writhe in agony that I can't just take Betty off her hands for a while, to bring her home and take care of her until my sister's better. It's all very tough.
- On a lighter note - I'm feeling motivated and excited about my weight loss - fingers crossed I can continue to work hard and will shoot down the scale like a wild goose in a bobsled! x
Thursday, 9 August 2012
TTT - or 'titty' as I like to call it!
Hi there you hard working and gorgeous jelly beans! Why thank you lovely Laura Belle for TITTY!!!
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My last consult they were very strict on the only eating for 20 minutes and it has made a HUGE difference. I virtually always throw some food away but it doesn't make me hungry again any sooner.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry about the situation with your sister and Betty. She is in the best place and being together is probably an important part of the process for them both. At least they have a fabulous sister/aunty who is willing to go to such lengths to help them out.
It sounds like a ONEDERLAND post is in the making. :D
ReplyDeleteAnd also, I usually stop eating around 15-30 minutes. I would say 35 minutes isn't too long... just stop when you feel comfortable.
Glad you made a goal - that's an awesome one!
Great goal!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your sister's situation. At least both she and baby are in a center where they can both be cared for together.
Personally, I'd rather be homeless than live with my in laws so I think it's wonderful that they've given you some options with your living situation that'll help you and hubby out.