Yes, I'm still here... haha

[Caitlin]

Well it's kind of discouraging that the last two or three blog posts have been the "Hey, I'm still alive" type. No good news (and no absolutely terrible news) to report in any of these posts. We have been in the moving and/or settling in process, and that has all come with parties and BBQ's, none of which were health oriented. I keep meaning to kick myself in the butt and just at least put some effort into healthy eating. I guess admitting that you are in the wrong is sort of the first step in the right direction? Let's hope so!

I logged in today for the first time in, what seems like, ages and caught myself reading some old posts from back when I was on track and making it work and feeling good. It's hard not to bum out a little when I read stuff like that, but on a more positive note, it's a great motivator. I don't have a subscription to weight watchers anymore either, which makes it really really hard, as well. Trying to save money and paying monthly for WW don't mix well together. I think, for me, I need that structure and to follow the points in order to stay on track. I'm gonna start looking into other ways I can achieve this sort of structured plan without paying for WW. We'll see! If anyone has any idea on how to do that... let me know. :)

I'm going to start to make better decisions... maybe small steps and maybe not all at once, but I am going to start being conscious of my food choices and activity level, rather than ignoring the consequences of my actions. I need to start doing something. There isn't a good excuse for me to keep doing what I've been doing and putting my health on the line for my impulses and badly thought out decisions regarding food.

Sorry that this isn't motivating and entirely positive, but I just thought I would drop a line and let everyone know how things were in my world! :) I hope your all doing well and I look forward to catching up on your guys' blogs.

[Tawnya]

Miss ya Caitlin! You can do this, but when you are ready. Keep us posted.

[Rachel]

Well I've lost my weight without ever paying for ww! I just count points and weigh myself weekly. Then you get tons of support here, so what more could you ask for? I'm happy that you posted again, I've been wondering! Don't be down on yourself about not doing it sooner. We've all been there!

[Arlene]

I've come to the conclusion that Yoda is right: There is no try — only do or don't do. Consequently, I've stopped TRYING to lose weight (at least most days) and am making decisions as if I'm actually DOING it (whether the scale says so or not).

Welcome back, by the way. Good to see you around again.