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I've had a pretty crappy week so it's good to see that I've still managed to lose weight. This is showing me that I've really made a lifestyle change. I think I only got to the gym once last week. Normally, in this type of situation, I would've eaten my sorrows away. A week ago my family learned tha my aunt had a brain tumor. We've been by her side at the hospital while the neurosurgeon removed 95% of her right front temporal lobe. She will need chemo and radiation and has a hard fight ahead of her. This is stage 4 cancer and serious stuff. But, she is a fighter! While we were all wondering why this beautiful woman has had her life expectancy shortened greatly, we were hit again with more horrible news. My uncle and another aunt, while driving home from the hospital and visiting this aunt, were hit head on by a drunk driver. My other aunt was killed instantly. Thank god my uncle is fine - physically.
We just never know when our ticket is up. This has just made me even more refocused on my journey. I want to really live my life - I don't want to go back to that sedentary life of feeling depressed, hating my body, having no energy, etc. I want to live - and live healthy! I honestly feel like I'm better able to handle all that's been going on because I don't have all the other stupid emotional hang ups to deal with. In the past, I would've been worried about seeing certain family members I hadn't seen in ages and felt embarrassed of my weight. It's funny how you worry about stupid stuff like that when you're overweight, but I did. This time, I didn't have all that baggage. In fact, I was able to care for others more easily and have more of a take charge attitude, rather than just sitting in a corner and trying to disappear. And, even better, a lot of these people hadn't seen me since I started this weight loss journey and noticed the change. And I learned to say thank you when they said how good I looked!
So, if you're struggling, take today to refocus on yourself. Even if just for a few moments. Just make yourself a priority a little more each day. Because in the end, you'll really have the tools to deal with anything that comes your way.
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185.2 lb
Lost so far: 41.4 lb.
Still to go: 10.2 lb.
Diet followed reasonably well.
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losing 1.6 lb a week
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Life is but a blink of the eye and we should enjoy each moment while we can... Sorry to hear about the health issues, accident and death :(
30 Aug 14 by member: AilaOne
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So sorry to hear about all the bad things you are dealing with right now, but you have an inspiring attitude. Thanks for sharing and reminding us that we should live our lives fully every day.
30 Aug 14 by member: anniebinga
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so sorry to hear your news. i probably would've had a hard time eating at the hospital with all those vending machines. good for you for staying on track.
30 Aug 14 by member: Gnewfry
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☸ڿڰۣ-* I'm so sorry you're experiencing such loss! I've experienced unexpected loss in my life and it made me evaluate what I wanted my life to be like. I'm making changes partially in response to those losses. It was good to read you feel you are handling things better with your new lifestyle. That is a great motivation for me to continue my new lifestyle too. ☸ڿڰۣ-*
30 Aug 14 by member: Hipaagrammy
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I'm sorry for all that you and your family have gone through this week. I am proud of you about sticking with it and what you have learned about yourself. Prayers and hugs for your family.
30 Aug 14 by member: skwhite
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Awesome weight loss! I am so sorry for the loss of your aunt. Praying your uncle and all your family get through this tragedy. Your other aunt's medical problem is sad. Praying for her. Your positive change in attitude is so wonderful to read about. Thank you for sharing your downs and ups. Take care.
30 Aug 14 by member: Deb_N
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I thought it was just me in my mind who felt awkward with family when overweight. I'm happy for you and your refound confidence :)
Sorry to hear the struggles and sorrow yourself and your family are suffering, i sincerely hope things get better. All the best.
30 Aug 14 by member: SimplyBlue
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((hugs)) So sorry about your aunts. Prayers for recovery of your aunt with the tumor and that your uncle finds peace with your aunt's passing. Good for you focusing on your life and giving yourself those victories.
30 Aug 14 by member: kattay
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I'm so pleased for your new "take charge" attitude, but ever so sorry about everything your family is going through. You have a lot to deal with. Wishing you and your family strength and peace.
30 Aug 14 by member: gilliansings
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Aw, so sorry. Sending prayers your way!
31 Aug 14 by member: Hey Chakalina
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Thank you ,everyone, for the kind comments and best wishes!
01 Sep 14 by member: Kiki8123
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Praying God grant you comfort and strength in this time of sorrow, also that He lay his healing hands upon your aunt and give her the strength to combat this illness ...Life is precious and we must try to fulfill every moment with all that we have....you have a great attitude, and strong will...congratulations on your number, keep up the great work...You will win!
02 Sep 14 by member: Re-energize
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{{{ Biggest hugs }}} all around, Karen. I probably won't see you until Christmas, but hope a virtual hug will do for now. I've been praying for your family. They are lucky to have such strength from you. I'm so proud that you are keeping a great mindset about your journey to health through all of this. Love you, cousin!
03 Sep 14 by member: kkd1125
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OMG Kiki... I just read your journal from the weekend... ALL MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS are with you! sigh...
03 Sep 14 by member: millerm40
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Thanks! I've truly learned what a great family and bunch of friends I have! And that includes my FS friends (and family!) for being such a support even when you all didn't realize it. Even those simple "support" messages on a random comment are noticed. This is a great forum and I truly appreciate everyone who has ever commented, supported, or just read a post and stayed silent (I was one of you when I first began this journey). 💜
03 Sep 14 by member: Kiki8123
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I'm so sorry to hear that!! You are right though, life is definitely fragile and the best way to enjoy what you've got is to get out there and start living. My weight loss has opened the door to tons of things I would never have tried to participate in before. Proud of you for getting healthy, and for staying focused with all you've had to deal with. ((hugs)) You'll be in my thoughts and prayers
04 Sep 14 by member: Annabelle3117
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Well Done Young Lady!!!! @>--------------
04 Sep 14 by member: TAIC69
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