It's been almost a year since I last attempted around. It was a complete and utter failure - a disaster, really - and I completely went off the rails. I was also bummed to feel that the dynamic on this site had shifted over time and had become more catty, judgmental, bossy, and rude. So, I disappeared. I disappeared from the site and from the diet. And then I rediscovered myself back at 175lbs. Sigh.
I've been through a lot this year in my personal life; much more than I'd care
I've spent a great deal of time on the forums, forging virtual friendships, offering supports, experiencing highs and lows of others, and Thankfully, gaining support from many of you.
That being said, this is not the place for me any longer. Too many chiefs, not enough Indians. Too much bickering, too much judgement, and far too many unqualified know it alls.
I wish the best to everyone on this journey. Somewhat sad to branch off on my own, but I think it will be more
So, I cheated yesterday. In a big way. A big, huge, large cheat. The reason/excuse doesn't matter. The food I ate doesn't matter. What matters is: I cheated.
The strange part? I feel really good today. I gained almost three pounds over night. I only have 8 injections left. But sometimes you just have to stop worrying. I made my choice and now I'm living with it. And for some reason, I woke up laughing. No clue why. I think maybe I was much more stressed than even I'd
Not every round will be alike. You know that, I know that, we all know that. Sometimes it's a hard thing to keep in mind. Just because you've had a bad round doesn't mean your next round will be bad too. And just because you've had good rounds doesn't mean your next round might not be a difficult one.
Unfortunately, I've been experiencing that. This round hasn't been a complete bust - I have lost. Sadly, I'm only 8lbs below my LIW from my round that ended in November. Of course,