So I'm 50. Ya the big 50! wooohooo... but that's not why I'm here today. Let's talk about menopause! In a nut shell it sucks even without all the major side effects I hear about. I've been pretty lucky in that regard. I thought I was over having my TOM because I haven't had one since May. Well it's baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack So why am I posting about this here? Well, it effects my weight. I usually gain 2 to 3 lbs each month and then start the cycle of working off the weight again. It just didn't disappear after my TOM went away each month. Those 2 to 3 lbs would hold on and make me work them off. So each month I would work like a dog to get off 5 lbs only to gain back 2 to 3 every 4 weeks. Felt like the never ending race. So I was a tad bit excited when I skipped a month. Being banded hasn't prevented the 2 to 3 gain each month either but I'm not losing sight of my long term goal here. I will win this race!

On a more positive note... A "unknowing" friend of mine mentioned my weight loss yesterday! Finally! Made me feel all warm and fuzzy. It's amazing how receiving a compliment makes you feel. It was nice.

So today my goals are:

1. Control my cravings! Chocolate cookies are on the top of the list.

2. Be patient and persistent with myself.

3. Give as many compliments as I can to anyone and everyone I can. Share the joy.

just sayin,

j~

So I'm 50. Ya the big 50! wooohooo... but that's not why I'm here today. Let's talk about menopause! In a nut shell it sucks even without all the major side effects I hear about. I've been pretty lucky in that regard. I thought I was over having my TOM because I haven't had one since May. Well it's baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack So why am I posting about this here? Well, it effects my weight. I usually gain 2 to 3 lbs each month and then start the cycle of working off the weight again. It just didn't disappear after my TOM went away each month. Those 2 to 3 lbs would hold on and make me work them off. So each month I would work like a dog to get off 5 lbs only to gain back 2 to 3 every 4 weeks. Felt like the never ending race. So I was a tad bit excited when I skipped a month. Being banded hasn't prevented the 2 to 3 gain each month either but I'm not losing sight of my long term goal here. I will win this race!

On a more positive note... A "unknowing" friend of mine mentioned my weight loss yesterday! Finally! Made me feel all warm and fuzzy. It's amazing how receiving a compliment makes you feel. It was nice.

So today my goals are:

1. Control my cravings! Chocolate cookies are on the top of the list.

2. Be patient and persistent with myself.

3. Give as many compliments as I can to anyone and everyone I can. Share the joy.

just sayin,

j~

congratulations to you.... reaching the big 50 is bitter sweet.. lol.. been there and dont that. How lovely that this person complimented you on your weight loss. it is a lovely feeling to have positive input.

I hope you had a wonderful 50th birthday, Julie! You've reached a milestone birthday and are working hard every day to make yourself healthier, and that's commendable! The bonus is that while you're working to become healthier, you are likely also looking younger. And since one person commented on your weight loss, I would imagine that others are noticing as well.