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In 2001 my son got married. I wanted to look better for his wedding. I got rid of 30 some lbs. That was a lot -- but I knew it wasn't enough. Then I went through major changes in my life. I made a major move to save a marriage. Within six weeks it was clear it was not worth the move. We divorced while living together for the year until I could move back home. My goal then became to maintain. I did it and that was GREAT!
I was determined to lose the rest; then Lebell and I started dating. We were having way too much fun so the diet went to the wayside. However, I focused on what I was doing well: exercise and water. I maintained the weight loss through the wedding. Now it was time to start. Oops, pregnant. The goal became to come out on the other end at the weight I started at. I did! We are finally on WW together.
Why this long story? Because, to me, it is not about how much you lose or when you lose it. It is about being healthy! Up and down is not good for you. So, this wasn't such a hot time period. Today is the first day of the rest of your life (trite, I know, but true.) Start now. And when you "vacation," know it is okay -- just get right back on it and don't use those times as excuses to stop being good to yourself.
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If you can go deeply into lovemaking, the ego disappears. That is the beauty of lovemaking, that it is another source of a glimpse of god
It's not about being perfect; it's about developing some skill at managing imperfection.
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