If these walls could talk they would tell you that I am consciously eating too much.
If these walls could talk they would tell you that I have truly gained almost five solid pounds.
If these walls could talk they would tell you I feel like that's not a big deal, but I know it's the beginning of the end of my weight loss and maintenance.
If these walls could talk they would tell you I wish for that girl last year who was so determined to lose weight and eat healthy, the same girl who would never have eaten a chocolate zinger at 10:30 in the morning...and another one at noon.
If these walls could talk they would tell you I am still paying for a gym membership and paying for Weight Watchers on-line. Every.single.month.
If these walls could talk they would tell you that my once measured 1 ounce of Baked Doritos has turned into a massive pile on her plate, and then digging into the bag for more when the pile has been eaten.
If these walls could talk they would tell you that my "newish" jeans fit much better after wearing them for a day or two. or three.
If these walls could talk they would tell you that with every bite I shouldn't take...I shame myself I little bit more.
If these walls could talk they would tell you that nothing feels better than weight loss, I know that, but the food won't.stop.entering.my.mouth.
If these walls could talk they would tell you how badly I don't want to look like this again:
If these walls could talk they would tell you how much I dread counting points again, but I will, I promise.
Right after this zinger.
It's up to me to begin this journey again, and friends, you are going with me. I will hit my goal, once again.
Aw, sweetie...I'm where you are at too. I lost 30lbs in the first 3 months on a WW-esque copy cat program, maintained for 2 months, and then have gained back 10 since Christmas. *sigh* Too bad the original 30 was less than half of what I had to lose. Now, I have 55 to go before March 2008! If you want an accountibility person, I'll step up and start counting points again with you!
Posted by: Beth/Mom2TwoVikings | April 12, 2007 at 07:38 PM
Hey, honey, i'm just glad my walls ain't talkin'!
;)
I'm thinking seriously about doing WW though. Maybe this Saturday. . .
Posted by: Elisa | April 12, 2007 at 07:54 PM
I have 25 lbs to lose... i looked good... and then depression hit... oh and I quit smoking...
so i'll be there with you... someone get rid of this CANDY!!!
Posted by: Heather @ Desperately Seeking Sanity | April 12, 2007 at 08:39 PM
Sounds like we're all in the same boat. Halloween, Christmas, New Years, Easter....ugh. It's SO hard. Good job on knowing when to get back on the wagon BEFORE things get outta control! Way to go!
Posted by: Amy A | April 12, 2007 at 09:33 PM
I'm so proud of you! And I'm right there with you (as you could probably already have deduced).
What can we do to help??
Posted by: Thea | April 12, 2007 at 11:46 PM
I'm with you!! I haven't dared to step on the scale, but I can tell that I've gained a lot this winter. Is it a bad sign when you rip the waist seams of two shirts in one week? Yes, I said 2 shirts. :(
Posted by: Jen | April 13, 2007 at 12:31 AM
You can do it...determination!
Posted by: allie | April 13, 2007 at 08:01 AM
It's so hard, isn't it? I struggle every day of my freaking life. What I wouldn't do to be genetically skinny...
Posted by: Jodi | April 13, 2007 at 09:33 AM
It's a good things walls can't talk or we'd all be in big trouble!
You are such a strong, highly motivated individual and can accomplish anything you set your heart and mind to. I am confident this too will become a hurdle that you will cross with determination, confidence, and success.
Love you Beth!
Posted by: Lynette | April 13, 2007 at 09:40 AM
If the walls could talk, I would have had to move at least three times by now. I'm in the same boat as you, except I don't do Weight Watchers, cause I don't want anyone to know how much I weigh. But I'm "dieting" with you, so (breaks into song...) "You are not alone..."
Good Luck!! You are great and will prevail over the Zingers!
Posted by: Sara | April 13, 2007 at 11:50 AM
If my walls could talk, they would tell me to throw out my kids' Easter candy already. Sheesh! I feel your pain, girl. It only takes 5 lbs to feel like 20.
But losing five pounds is NUTTIN'. Take the bull by the horns, and start a'counting those points. You can do it!!!
Posted by: dcrmom | April 13, 2007 at 03:24 PM
I'm right there with you Beth. I haven't filled in my Points Tracker online in about 3 weeks. And I feel the worst about it. I started again yesterday. But it's tough. Once you get off track it's such a challenge to get back on the wagon. But you can do it! And remember, you can have the zinger! Just count its points :)
Rooting for ya.
Posted by: J. Fergie | April 14, 2007 at 10:02 AM
I will probably be done having kids after this August, and after 4 of them, I'm not sure how much I'll have to lose. I'm kind of scared to find out. I know that I will never again be a size 3, which I was when I got married. I also know that I will very soon -- too soon -- be in the very same boat you are. All the weight I need to lose is in my belly -- the most unhealthy spot to have it. Since I've never had to officially lose weight, I'm very VERY nervous about the whole thing...
I'll pray for you. :) You'll get there. I'm sure you will.
Posted by: Faerylandmom | April 14, 2007 at 06:23 PM
Awww - I am so glad to see someone who can bare it all about the struggle. I lost 35 lbs on WW - 4 yrs ago but it's all back on now and I am in a bad place because of it....
I will be praying for ya!!
Posted by: Tonya | April 14, 2007 at 10:14 PM
Beth, I feel your pain. At one point I had about 7 to 10 lbs. to lose and then something happened and I gained 6!! WTH!! But anyway, I am now going to make an effort to get my weight and life back to the way I want it.
How are you doing on that book? I am finally back from FL so I will be posting a review of the book. So if you see the title, don't read it!
Posted by: Tracy F | April 15, 2007 at 08:10 AM
I haven't filled in my points tracker for the last three days and I ate pizza AND mcdonalds yesterday. This post is quite motivating, however. Good for you.
We can always start over tomorrow, right?
Posted by: kelli in the mirror | April 15, 2007 at 04:58 PM
Hey Beth! I am a point counter too although took off last week for vacation and I am sure the scale will be counting this week and not in the direction I would like it to!! Email me if you would like somebody to work towards a goal with you. I will be happy to push you if you push me too!! Hang in there and you can do it!
Mel
Posted by: Melissa | April 15, 2007 at 09:13 PM
It's a good thing my walls can't talk! They'd be saying the same thing your walls would be saying. I'm so glad you have started the weight loss challenge! I am gonna be there next Tuesday. Hope my walls don't tell what I'm up to between now and then!
Posted by: Melanie | May 02, 2007 at 03:08 PM
It's a good thing my walls can't talk! They'd be saying the same thing your walls would be saying. I'm so glad you have started the weight loss challenge! I am gonna be there next Tuesday. Hope my walls don't tell what I'm up to between now and then!
Posted by: Melanie | May 02, 2007 at 03:08 PM