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GIANT weight gain. Ask me if I give a rat's butt. My stepfather had a stroke, and I dropped everything to be with him and my mom. The past couple of weeks have been a nightmare; my mom and I were convinced that we were about to lose him. She's a 1-year breast cancer survivor, and fragile. Praise be to God, he's going to be okay, and is back in his home after a few days in hospital. My siblings and I have established a schedule of who'll be with them, and I took the first couple of weeks. One of my sisters is with them now. She'll take two weeks, then my brother will step in, then another sister. We'll all be with them for Christmas, and between the four of us, we're working on paying for a home health care aide so someone can help Mom out when none of us can be there. I got back home today, after seeing to Mom and Dad and updating sis on their care and comfort. I "comfort ate" like a mofo these past couple of weeks, and it shows in the weight gain. Honestly, I really don't care. I'm exhausted and bloated, but relieved. I'm going to recommit to the diet tomorrow, but if I don't lose weight right away, that's fine, too. Times like this, you realize what really matters. And yes, my weight and health matter, but frankly, I find it hard just now to care. Don't bother lecturing me, y'all. I know what has to be done, and I'll do it -- but if I slip up over the next few weeks, that's just the way it goes.
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234.2 lb
Lost so far: 23.5 lb.
Still to go: 89.2 lb.
Diet followed reasonably well.
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Diet Calendar Entry for 26 November 2017:
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1152 kcal
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Fat: 84.15g | Prot: 75.39g | Carb: 25.62g.
Breakfast: Food Club Swiss Cheese Slices, Avocados, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Egg. Lunch: Kerrygold Blarney Castle Cheese, Kretschmar Virginia smoked ham, Newman's Own Lite Italian Dressing, Cucumber (Peeled) , Mixed Salad Greens, Dole Hearts of Romaine. Dinner: Newman's Own Lite Italian Dressing, Mixed Salad Greens, Butter , Baked or Broiled Salmon. Snacks/Other: Kerrygold Blarney Castle Cheese, Pickles. more...
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gaining 4.6 lb a week
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That's a lot of responsibility your a wonderful person for stepping up. Sending love and prayers to you and your family that peace and healing will follow.
26 Nov 17 by member: 8Patty
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Do Not Under Any Circumstances Feel Bad Or Guilty. Sh*t Happens!!! We are all here for you and to be supportive of you. If you don't lose, who cares!!! We care about you-not just physically, but emotionally too!!! Take the time you need & catch your breath, train will get back on track after it is done internally refueling. It is really hard taking caring of others and being stressed to boot. You are still here with us and that is all that matters. You got this & we got your back!!! 😉
26 Nov 17 by member: ClassySexy
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27 Nov 17 by member: From371to184
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My prayers to you. Take care of the family and the family will take care of you. Sometimes the heart and soul has to take over and the body can't do or have what it needs. Keep posting because this is the time life lessons are learned and I am not only talking about you. Hang in there and let everyone know that we are also thinking of you and them!
27 Nov 17 by member: johnwentzville
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Many thanks to everyone for their support, which is much needed just now. Dad continues to improve, Mom gets better with him, little sis says all is well with them and her, and I had a healthy dinner tonight. Someday I need to learn how to eat well even when things are going badly.
27 Nov 17 by member: EFudd
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Comfort eating is a habit, break and replace the habit with proper coping mechanisms. Then enjoy whatever you like to eat in proper calorie counted portions. Problem solved.
27 Nov 17 by member: sarahjanebear
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Thanks everyone for sharing such great advice. I needed it too. Guilt is a self inflicted torment that we should never indulge. Efudd tomorrow will be a better day, but find something to be grateful for today. Note to self.
27 Nov 17 by member: traysure
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I ate in hard times because self imposed pain (overeating) was the only pain I could control! I wanted to make someone, (thing) hurt just as much as I did, so I would feel sorry for myself and continue eating knowing that very shortly afterwards I would feel the biggest pain of all... shame, disappointment, guilt, and maybe even some pleasure. It was a dark and scary path and I lived it way too long. Please take care of yourself, so that you can continue to care for others! Glad dad and mom are seeing better days💋
27 Nov 17 by member: Jenibeann
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Btw, it's perfectly cool not to give a damn about dieting so long as you know it's temporary!! Se la vie
27 Nov 17 by member: Jenibeann
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