Hi again. I know it has been a while. I’m sorry if I caused anyone to worry while I was absent. I’m ok. I had a couple of rough weeks, though. I felt so tired. Befuddled. Frustrated. I’ve been on thyroid medication for about one month and I think I’m starting to feel better. I say “I think” because I haven’t felt normal for so long that I’m not sure if I’m there yet. I doubt I’m at my best yet, but that day will come. I've been calling this “my new normal” and I’ll take it. For now.
I haven’t stepped on my scale since my last weigh-in on November 17th. I was well aware that post-thyroidectomy I might gain weight and I thought I was prepared. Nevertheless, my small gain on the 17th upset me far more than I expected. Fearing a downward spiral I have avoided the scale since then. Except for one or two “poor me” moments right after the 17th, I have continued to make healthy food choices. Healthy eating is becoming more and more of a normal behaviour for me now, which is a huge accomplishment. Given the food choices I am making, I should not be gaining weight. I’m wearing a jacket that I haven’t fit into since 2003, so that’s a great sign. In order to keep my positive attitude, though, I must not step on the scale until I feel like I am ready for it. Does that make sense?
I decided to make my December goals 100% non-food related. Well, that’s not totally true. They are goals that will keep me busy so I don’t get tempted by yummy holiday nibbly bits. You know what I’m talking about. The wonderful little appys and baking and chocolates and other goodies that are plentiful this time of year.
Goal for the week of December 6, 2010 – Make Christmas tree ornaments with Coby
Coby and I made a trip to Michaels (looooove Michaels!) to find all the supplies we need to fill our tree with handmade ornaments. This week we’re going to get started.
so glad you're back blogging, Leigh! I missed you! Good for you for taking a break from the scale. How you feel is the best indicator. I think we can often become slaves to our scales. I have a love/hate relationship with mine!! Taking time with Coby to do something you love is way more important than obsessing about the numbers. Enjoy every moment and make precious memories :)
ReplyDeleteWelcome back. Thanks for checking in on me, we are all well health wise in the house. My stress is just other crazy stuff.
ReplyDeleteI love your goal! As you said to me its so much more than about the food. How you feel, how you spend your time and being present in your everyday life is much more important than that #. Good for you for being kind enough to yourself to take a break.
Abby and Trish both get it. Thank you, girlies. xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteHi Leigh,
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you back on the blog. I was wondering if you were OK. I have been away for a while, but I think I've kept things in check. I guess I have a different mind set than you ladies because I make myself step on the scale once a week, good or bad. It is reality for me. However, everyone is different. Good news: I have lost a total of 10 pounds since I joined you on this journey.
Keep up your efforts and dedicaton. I'm glad you're back.
Hank (from Canada)