First Day

[KatherineL]

Originally Posted by Juni

I've a long history with binge-bulimia, and I relapse from time to time. I'm glad you're stopping because it got to the point for me where it'd affect my uterus lining, time of month, face (not just the puffy eyes and esophagus), etc. So I had to make myself stop even though it was very hard psychologically to keep it under control. And cookies were an unfortunate choice for you: a lot of the sugar and flour gets absorbed into your bloodstream before you get a chance to purge it. So, I reiterate: keep up the good psychological work!

Try sugar-free gum, ice, and diet soda. And sleep earlier. Or something.

It is painful for me to read your post. I feel bad for you.
I know the pain. Did you ever suffer bladder lining problems?

BTW.....this house is a cookie free zone, NOW! But there are other hazzards......my husband bought watermelon, corn on the cob, cherries and raspberries.

Please keep in touch. Perhaps we can help each other.

[KatherineL]

Originally Posted by Hot Tamale

Katherine - How's it going? In response to your question about the black hole feeling... well, in a way. My mom was my best friend and also a good mom. She meant the world to me - only one I could talk to about anything, you know? Strangely, she was judgemental, but I needed that, so it was okay! ANyhow, when she passed half of me died for a long time. A large part still is... But she always wanted me to finally get this weight thing under control and I know she is really happy about this almost 60 pounds... And if I give up she's gonna come over from the other side and kick my butt! Have a good day!!!

Good for you! 60 pounds. Wow!

It sounds like you can smile over the loss now. Of course we wouldn't want her to come over to kick your butt, perhaps she could just lecture you in your sleep?

With all of your help I have made it so far. White knuckles all the way but I did loose a pound. One small binge and I will gain that back in a flash.

It's hard isn't it? I think I am beginning to understand my behaviour a bit. Am reading Dr. Nash's book about Bingeing. It offers a few insights.......as many as I am able to understand just now.

Keep on Keeping on.
K

[KatherineL]

Originally Posted by Divinity

Hi Katherine,

Just thought I'd drop by to see how you were doing? Remember to keep in touch! We're rooting for you!

I have been thinking about you for several days. It is your picture that keeps flashing in my mind. Are you praying for me? Thank you.

How is it going for you?

K

[Kamicryze]

Hey Kat!

How was your weekend? Mine was extremely challenging. And looooooooong. Garage sale, birthday dinners, late night gaming... But my mom gave me the coolest gift! (And it wasn't MY birthday hahaha!) She gave me Dance, Dance Revolution for the PS2. I danced for an hour on Saturday and another hour on Sunday. And I would have kept going if my feet and knees hadn't started to hurt. MAN!!! I think I could really drop some pounds this way!

Tell me what you're up to!

[KatherineL]

Sounds like you had one heck of a calorie burning weekend! Good for you.

I am up to stationary biking because of my hip! 1 hour or more per day to burn fat. Have always been a cyclist but hate it indoors. Otherwise I am riding out the heat.

Too bad it doesn't melt fat eh?

Dance your way to 221! And have a good time.

I had one major slip up with a huge handful of cherries, but not bulimia. So I picked myself up and dusted my self off. Should be back to purple ketosticks by Wed.

Kat

[Divinity]

Originally Posted by KatherineL

I have been thinking about you for several days. It is your picture that keeps flashing in my mind. Are you praying for me? Thank you.

How is it going for you?

K

I do pray for you I'm glad you are doing well!

I had a slip up too...the cherries are in SEASON Oh well, coulda' been chocolate ice cream instead, huh?

[Hot Tamale]

Cherries are understandible....chocolate COVERED cherries, well NO! LOL

Glad to hear you're doing okay. I have finally come to the conclusion that I must start exercising regularly again... My weight loss is stalling - well, bouncing around - and I know it will help. I just don't like to do it, but I will, because I WILL lose this weight! Have a great day!! --Cris

[Kamicryze]

WELL! I got about an hour and a half on that game last night. But the first half hour was not very much movement. It took awhile to get into the groove. My hubby was asking me when I would be finished.. I know it's a video game, but I was like "Hey! Back off, I'm working out here." I think he realized... yeaaaah.. she IS working out. And you can't argue with that! Better than sitting on my butt playing on the computer or something (which I do ALOT).

Then we went grocery shopping. It's getting easier every day.

OH!!! And I ran into a girl I haven't seen in 2 1/2 years at Wal-Mart. She kept saying over and over how good I looked. I knew I lost some weight, but it's such a boost to hear it from someone that hasn't watched me slowly transform. Funniest thing is, I shopped at Wal-Mart last night again, and ran into ANOTHER guy I haven't seen in 2 1/2 years (they both worked at the same place as me back then, so it's super-creepy).. and he told me the same thing, that I looked good. (This was with my hair pulled back and sweaty from playing Dance, Dance Revolution... and NO makeup)... Cool!!!!

[Juni]

Originally Posted by KatherineL

Please keep in touch. Perhaps we can help each other.

Sure =) Feel free to message me here anytimes. I don't always go back to threads I posted in (because I forget to).

Be strong! And controlling the groceries is very key