Hi Lory! Thanks for stopping by my blog! That is incredible that your husband is running. Two half marathons is VERY impressive. It can be very addicting (in a good way). :)
I've been doing 5K races and am now training for my first 10K, so the 5 miles that I ran was in preparation for my 10K in June. Yes, I do still have the Jeep Wrangler, I guess I can keep my CK name until we get rid of it. :laugh5:

by KILA

I have been where you are at. I had several deaths of loved ones and then emergency surgery and relocation to a new state and ultimately unemployment hit me. I relied on my old faithful (food) and with that came the pounds. I gained every pound I had once lost which was over 110 pounds and then some. I am back on the journey again, it's been slower but I have gained so much more insight than the first time around. I will never forget when I came out about the regain and vowing to get it back off again. I started my journey last year and have had many failed days and weeks throughout the journey but just know, it can be done. I have about 40 pounds left to go now and even though I would like to say "I got it now" I still struggle from time to time. Struggles are par for the course, so take a moment to figure out why you are struggling and then focus on the struggle rather than the food. I'm here if ever you need my help, you were always such a comfort to me during my first weight loss journey, it would be an honor to return your kindness.

by JAXS

Welcome back. Sorry to hear about your gain but I have NO DOUBT you can do this. Even with little exercise. Walking a couple of miles every other day is great. The real key is in the food. And you're defintely not defeated if you're here. You're only defeated when you don't get up and fight again. It's a battle. You can do it!
I also wanted to tell you I was just thinking about you the other day as I was looking through my photos for something to paint and I came across the ones you sent to me. :) Good to see you!

by BUN201

Weldome back. You have had a tough time of things the last year or so. You will get through it. No need to feel defeated, it is time to feel renewed and start fresh.

Talk to your doctor about lap band. It is not easy but it an effective tool. You know I will be here if you have any questions.

by TDBHALL

I have no doubt that you will tackle this loss again. I am sorry all this has happend to you, but I think you and I are similar. We are going to have to deal with our ups and downs with weight and learn it's who we are. As long as we dont give up we will win!
HUGS!

by MRSDSB

Lory, You are here and that's your first step. You know that you can do it because you've done it before. We are all here for you! It's good to see you here. :kiss:

by KILA

Your here which proves you haven't given up. You can do this. Fight the fight and take it one day at a time. All the best to you. :)

by MOMTO2BOYS

You can totally do this! You had great success in the past and can do it again. Don't be too hard on yourself or doubt your abilities. Try to think about the positive changes and the way you felt when you first lost the weight. I know it's hard and discouraging to gain weight back. The fact that you're using CK proves that you haven't given up on yourself.

by COOKIEMONSTER