Hey Amy,

It is hard to do what we know is good for us. Especially when life seems to be coming down on you.

Perhaps you can take today or tomorrow and sit down with your vitamins to make a schedule of taking them that will fit in with your busy days. i use the alarm feature on my phone to remind me to take them.

Sometimes it just about starting up the habit again.

it sucks that work is frustrating and that it's keeping you from your daughter. being a working mom, i understand.

but remember that quality is the most important thing to your daughter. try doing something in your car on the way home to relax you so that when you walk in the door you're ready to make good memories with your girl.

good luck and hang in there.
Rochelle

Sorry you are having a rough time of things.... However, keep in mind this is how life works and we cannot only take care of ourselves when things are going well. Make yourself a priority! You deserve it!

Wow! you need to try to get your head thinking in a different direction. I know this is hard, but you are number one! You have to take care of you first, then worry about others. Sometimes we need to take some time to just think without interruptions from anything. I fortuneately live near the ocean, so when I need some time to put life into perspective I take a trip to the beach. I get some exercise and can get back to nature and god. This really helps me to wrap my brain around what is the most important and what needs to be done. You need to find that special place =)

Hi Amy,
It sounds like it's time to reflect. Do you have before pictures that you can look at and see how far you've come. And to show you what you don't want to go back to.
This may sound strange but try some meditation.Sit in a quiet room, eyes closed, and think calm thoughts. Try this for 5-10 minutes a day to de-stress yourself.
Some people will disagree with me on this one, but I use my scale to make me accountable. I weigh myself every morning. The scale doesn't lie. It tells me that I made all the right choices yesterday. I give myself a 2-3 lb break. (female issues can cause a 2 lb gain).
And lastly, your support is right here. All of us are here to support each other. I find that offering advise from my peers is very therapeutic and keeps me on track. And I know that when I need advise there are wonderful people here that are honest and supportive.
Ready??? Now buckle up those boot straps and get going!"
Shelley

I am with you!! The pass two weeks I have been extremely business. I got off track with my eating and work out. I have not gain any weight back, praise the Lord!!. I am staying around my calorie intake but to nany empty calories. I am getting back on track with both. We can do tjis and going too. One day at a time!!

I have a theory. When work is good and home falls apart, you can handle it. When home is good and work falls apart, you can handle it. When they both fall apart, God help you! You have to take care of yourself to be able to take care of any one else. Back to basics!

Thank you all for the great support. I am starting tonight by eating a healthy dinner. And taking my vitamins. One day at a time.

I healthy dinner too. I went out to eat and I am very proud of myself. I am going to get up in the morning and go jogging before church. I am going to get this last 30-40 pounds. Look out, here I come!! Give God all the glory!!!