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December 20

Kaitlin commented on Sarah's blog post 'YAY! A loss!!'

Glad to hear you are feeling better! Keep up the hard work, and enjoy your well deserved compliments!

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YAY! A loss!!

February 17

Elaine commented on Sarah's blog post 'I'm back.'

Hang here in there Sarah and use your support at BTL to bolster you through rough times. Keep us posted on how things are going for. You will be in my thoughts!

February 15

Kim commented on Sarah's blog post 'I'm back.'

Wow, that is exactly were I was at a few days ago. I as well do not deal with stress well. At one point I was getting chest pain from it. I found music helped as well as a killer workout. That sucks about the tendinitis. Congrats on the new job, tha…

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About Me:

I've been overweight since I was about six years old. I knew I was overweight, I hated it, kids made fun of me for it, but my weight loss journey didn't start until I was an adult. I joined Weight Watchers online for the first time in January 2007. I lost 40 lbs, looked great, felt great, and was well on my way to my goal weight. Then I let my life get in the way. I was in a very unhealthy relationship for five years with a man that was not supportive of trying to get healthier or lose weight. I moved out in June, and our divorce was finalized the day before Thanksgiving. I'm finally getting to a point in my life where I can do what I need to do for myself. So I'm back here, because this place is so full of supportive people. Thank you, all of you, for your kindness and love. I need it right now.

Plan of Choice:

Weight Watchers

Workout Philosophy:

I stay active doing everyday activities, I'm a walk-a-holic, I'm a Running Fanatic

Weight Loss Tracker

1/4/2009- 297.6 (Starting weight)
Week 2 294.2 (-3.4/-3.4)
Week 3 294.1 (-0.1/-3.5)
Week 4 291.4 (-2.7/-6.2)
Week 5 291.0 (-0.4/-6.6)
Week 6 293.2 (+2.2/-4.4)
Week 7 289.0 (-4.2/-8.6)
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10

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YAY! A loss!!

Thank you to everyone for keeping tabs on me through this tough time. I'm getting through it, and at least this week I finally had a loss. of weight, that is!! I lost 4.2 pounds which puts me at losing a total of 8.6. I'm now more than half way to my first mini-goal of 5%. This weekend I had the flu, undoubtedly contracted from a client at my new job (I work in Human Services directly with the public). Thank God it was a three day weekend. I didn't miss any work, but also didn't eat much until l… Continue

Posted on February 17, 2009 at 10:31pm — 1 Comment

I'm back.

I ate. Then I felt bad. So I ate some more. Then I felt worse. Get the idea?

I woke up this morning crazy philly cheesesteak from last night. Cuz it was there. And I told myself I would do it. Once I got to the kitchen and noticed that the cheese grater was dirty, I thought about what I was doing. So I had potatoes with onions, peppers, and mushrooms instead (5.5 points).

I'm back.

I gained 2.2 pounds since last week. It could have been a lot worse. I'm actually shocked that it's not more. I… Continue

Posted on February 8, 2009 at 12:30pm — 2 Comments

I want to give up.

That's what I was thinking all day yesterday. Seriously. I even went so far as to go out to mexican food with a friend, drink a glass of wine, eat the equivalent of five cookies in cookie dough, and eat the left over quesadilla and rice from my friend's 4-year-old's plate in my car so no one would notice. My god.

Yesterday was the breaking point for me. Life's been stressful for the last couple weeks. Yesterday was the Super Bowl. I haven't watched it since my dad died, because we watched it to… Continue

Posted on February 3, 2009 at 12:26am — 5 Comments

I GOT THE JOB!

So I finally heard back from the job that I really wanted. I'm HIRED!! I start on Monday morning. I am so excited! Things are really going my way.

Posted on January 30, 2009 at 7:39pm — 4 Comments

tendonitis. aka BS

So I went to the doctor today for my knee pain/soreness. Guess what. I have tendonitis. I definitely had some choice words for my doctor, even though it's not her fault. She said it will go away. But I can't do any cardio for 10 days. After that, I can't do anything except for water aerobics until I feel no pain. My gym does not have a pool. Dammit!! I'm so frustrated! She says it's because I tried doing too much to quickly. I disagreed, but I guess gaining seventy pounds did more harm to my bod… Continue

Posted on January 29, 2009 at 9:26pm — 2 Comments

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At 7:18am on February 2, 2009, Christy said…: Thanks for adding me. I'm new to B2L but super excited. This is an awesome website! Have a great Monday!

At 1:02pm on January 23, 2009, Julie said…: Sarah - YOU WILL!! Yay...Own your happiness Girl :) I think you're the first person to see those actually...it helps me to see how far I've come...lately I've felt discouraged since some weight came creeping back up...But there is no way I am going to go back to where I was..NO WAY NO HOW...And, I need to feel good and do the right thing for my body - eat healthy and move everyday to the best of my ability...and this body will stay with me :) and improve even more over time...It's all about living each day in a healthy & positive way...and not beating ourselves up for our little slips we might have along the way...one little slip won't deter us, it has to be our promise to ourselves that we will take care of our bodies - and consider it important...just like we take care of other people...In the end we are the main caretakers of US...does that make sense? No one else is responsible for our health - We are. So keep up the great attitude and keep plugging...be smart, educated, listen to your body, get rest, take baths....love yourself the way you deserve...Corny but true. You are a beautiful girl...I so wish I was 25 again! But I'm loving my early 40s just fine! Have a great weekend!!!! Keep me posted.

At 11:03pm on January 9, 2009, Julie said…: Way to go on working out today! I played tennis with some friends and also ran for almost 30 min. before dusk. It feels good, I agree. I do that sometimes too...feel like Rocky :) In fact I went to the HS track yesterday before picking my child from an activity - and ran the track and did the stairs a few times...it kicked my booty but it felt good too! We can move anywhere, anytime...just always be prepared to do it - move :) Way to go!!!

At 5:49pm on January 8, 2009, Elaine said…: I'm so proud of you for sharing your journey with us here at BTL. Your posts are so insightful and well-written. I have faith in you and your endeavors to unveil a healthier, happier woman!

At 2:27pm on January 7, 2009, Caitlin said…: Hey there, I noticed you we're from Washington as well! :) I have enjoyed reading your blogs, they are extremely motivating and very real. :) Hope to get to know you!