Hey everyone! Summer is in full swing, and I joined in this year! I can't tell you the last time I wore a swimsuit, but this year, after more than 100 pounds lost, I did it! Not only did I buy a suit that fit me, I wore it and went swimming with friends. I used to work out in the pool at my old gym, but I never wore an actual swimsuit. I always wore shorts and a t-shirt, because I was so big. So this is something to celebrate.
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| Me in my awesome cover-up! |
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| Did someone say BATHING SUIT? :) |
My weight is actually up a bit, but as I said last time, this is part of the process. I did go away for the weekend – for my church's annual conference – and restaurant foods are always harder to manage, especially when it feels like vacation time.
Weight: 344.6 (up 1.4 pounds... still not a defeat!)
BMI: 60.9 (up .4 from last time... again, not sad, just getting back on track. :-D)
A friend and I will be starting another hCG round mid-August, so be prepared to encourage us in that. I'm ready for more weight loss! I'm on the road to health and freedom in the body I was meant to have, and I want to thank you all for joining me. These journeys, while some aspects are meant to be walked alone, others are meant to be accompanied by friends who encourage. You can't make my eating decisions for me; I have to do that. But you all have walked alongside me in this, cheering me on, and praying me through, and for that I am eternally grateful.
As you have encouraged me, I will now encourage you: #1 If you are also on a journey similar to mine, keep it up! The only one who controls your choices is yourself. This is something I am learning through this. And #2, through encouraging words from friends, I find the support I need to continue making those good choices that will lead me closer to my goal. Every day is a gift; every breath, a miracle. Remember to thank God for your life. And if you haven't ever considered Him as your life-source, it is time. Jesus paid for your miraculous lives with His own, and you are loved by Him more than you could ever comprehend.
Thanks for your support, friendship, and love.
Much love,
Sarah
This is so wonderful! I am really proud of you and will be praying for you too!
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Wow Sarah keep up the good work! You are doing an awesome job & you look GREAT!
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thank you to the two anonymous
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good for you Sarah keep up the good work you can do this!!!! Things are so much easier to do with the love and support of God, family and friends!!
ReplyDeleteI have been watching your journey and decided it was time to post. You are incredibly inspiring. What ever our challenges are in life we can all be inspired by your achievement thus far. Thank You for sharing! I wish you only the best!
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for posting and thank you so
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I know... the word Sarah was going for was "compliments." Sorry for any confusion. :-) She loves the comments, everyone!
ReplyDeleteHey girl - we still gotta bet for 5 lbs? I've been stumbling just as much as you have hon, I need you to think back to the beginning of your jouorney - what was your driving force? How were you able to hold on to the plan God set before you with this HCG method? Analyze yourself and figure out what it was that made you stick to it. I dropped weight with lap band surgery 3 years ago but whatever the mind set that's going on now - It just isn't happening now. I am just as stuck as you are. Maybe if we both think back to the beginning of our journeys - we can re-ignite that spark that got us started. We both need to reach toward that ultimate healthy goal. Acts 20:24 ... that I may finish my race with JOY! (and a lot lighter and healthier!:)
ReplyDeleteDeb thank you so much for encouraging
ReplyDeleteme it means a whole lot, i will be starting
HCG round in a few weeks God is good and im thankful for that everyday, to me you are a blessing to know thank you so much for caring
Looking great! I bet that felt wonderful to put on the swimsuit and enjoy the water with friends. xoxoxo
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