Three Little Words

Three Little Words 

I was going to wait until St. Patrick's Day to write this post but why should I wait. You have waited most of your life for things to go well for you and you do not always have to wait. 

I just wanted to take the time today and to let the world know three little words: 

 

I LOVE YOU!!!! 

Life has been harsh and you have overcome so many obstacles in your life and now being 50 and a few months you have seen just how much the struggle of weight loss has really been in your life. Lord, you have been so good to me 

First Thank You for loving me when I did not know to love myself

When I was depressed, you still loved me

When I thought I didn't have any friends, you still loved me

When I was losing people that was a branch in my life, you still loved me

When people came into my life that didn't mean me any good 

When illness came and attacked my body, you still loved me

Today, I love me... 

Today, I cherish everything I have been through to help me get to where I am today!! 

I am who I am today because You knew what was best for me!!!

In the words of  Fantasia, 

"It was Necessary" 

 

Side Affects of You

Side Affects of You

    This is my official 1st week on Wegovy and it is different from being on Mounjaro! 

In my mind I was under the impression that it would be the same with the same side affects but it is some slight differences that I have seen since I began. 

The first things I noticed that I also had with Mounjaro that I had more frequently is that   burping. I burp more since getting the injection than I had with Mounjaro. 

The second thing I noticed is if I eat any kind of carb I feel really bad. I'm not sure if it is because of the sugars that the carbs send to your body that is making me feel the way I do but if that is a way for me not to have sugar, heck it is working. 

I was asked by my physician to take it slow and I'm doing just that after how I feel on 1 mg of Wegovy. I don't care for these side affects but I'm dealing with them. However, I must keep in mind that I am almost to the ultimate goal. 

My body is looking different and I am getting into clothes that I have had for years and I can finally get in them. I'm very excited and I can't wait to show you one of those outfits and the ones I'm in now that I haven't been in since the pandemic. 

My journey is going strong and I'm not looking back, 

My future is bright and I'm wearing shades!!!

I haven't taken a picture of what I look like from when I started several months ago but I will post one in the near future. 

 

Switching

Switching  

    

Things have changed slightly with my journey, the last time I blogged I believe I shared that I was at the peak of things being okay and I was on 15 mg of Mounjaro. Unfortunately, I hit a brick wall because the insurance I had at first no longer would take my prescription card of $25.00 for the monthly injection.  I must admit that I had a good run and I'm not even upset about it and I was blessed to have it as long as I had it because truthfully I probably never should have been receiving it in the first place. 

August or September when I began this journey and I changed jobs at the same time I started, No one got the memo that I no longer had health insurance or prescription coverage. I didn't know at the time that a well known drug store was still using the card on file and it was active. The previous job didn't take me off or out the system so it kept on working as usual and nothing in my world so I knew was wrong. I must admit I was blessed for 6 months to be on Mounjaro and it was worth it!  

I have lost over 60 pounds and I am loving the new me!!!! 

Today, Friday February 24, 2023, I have been changed over to Wegovy which is a semaglutide that has been FDA approved for weight loss and because I have been on 15 mg of Mounjaro I have started on 1 mg of the new medication to ensure my slow progression of the medication. They are putting me on this dosage so I will be able to tolerate the change. I'm going to have to do more research but for now I'm going to trust my physician and see where this goes.  

I will keep you posted on the life that continues to win!!!! 

New Days

This week was the first week without my shot and I can tell the difference.

1. I believe I'm sabotaging myself, why do you say that I'm not hungry but I find myself eating things I have not wanted in several months?

2. I'm not eating enough protein and vegetables. I have had several days that included fried foods, chips, and cupcakes. I said well, it's super bowl weekend and Sunday and I can do it this once for a greater reward. I guess this is okay but I'm full and I will not be doing this anymore. I gotta make sure I make better choices all this week and I'm praying for a bowel movement this week cause my head has been hurting and although I am eating prunes it hasn't produced anything but gas. 

3. I believe God got me and I will keep doing my part to the best of my ability I believe he is going to direct me. 

4. I will be back on track in a couple of weeks...

                      I'm winning my life back

The Process Continues

I'm in my seventh month and I was met with some issues getting my prescription refilled with the 15mg of Mounjaro and if I paid close to $1,000 it would be filled. I don't have any insurance any more and I can't afford it. I also can't get any private insurance at this time because my income is too high and I wasn't able to get it refilled. I was able to speak with my physician and I will start in several weeks on a different form until this issue is resolved with Mounjaro. I gave myself my last shot of the 15mg Mounjaro on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, and I haven't had any issues with this dosage. Today February 5, I tried on a shirt that my boss gave me several weeks ago and I'm glad to announce it fit very well the arms are even loose so I count it as another WIN!!!

I have lost more inches this week so far and 2pounds. I am concerned about the 2 weeks I will not have any medication I believe in my system but my physician explained to me there is enough in my system to keep me until I can be seen. I believe I have the willpower to make this a welcoming because I can't eat because my stomach has shrunk.

Here is to a pause but also sustainability 

    ~My latest Picture February 5, 2023~ 

J19

It is the Fabulous Fifty and Feisty Day and I'm happy the Lord has allowed me to see this day. I have placed these pictures in this time to keep encouraging myself and maybe one day someone else who has struggled their entire life with weight loss. You can do it, if you give up, get back up and keep trying and keep trying. 

from 307 down to 252 = 55 pounds of success. 

I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!! 

KEEP PRESSING ON YOUR GOALS!

DO NOT ALLOW OUTSIDE INFLUENCES TO DICTATE WHAT YOU CAN AND CAN NOT DO.

YOU GOT THIS!!! 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

Weigh In Day

 Weigh In Day 

January 11, 2023

    I have NINE (9) days until my birthday and I have surpassed my goal by 9 -10 pounds. 

As of today I weighed in the morning at 253, I have been between one and two pounds all week and I believe I figured out what I was doing wrong. I have started the 15 mg of Mounjaro and I have felt full most of the day and although I haven't had anything to drink except Karma Water for my stomach health that has probiotic's and it is great but these are some things I must continue to do and here is my list: 

First, I treated myself to a coke zero for a couple of days and I haven't been drinking enough water either. It is the winter months and water hasn't been on my radar but now that I am aware of the issue. I am making a personal pledge to include it in my day. 

Second, I need more exercise in my life... I love jumping on my trampoline, but I need to start walking to the end of my driveway everyday it is not raining to help tone up my body. My legs are showing signs of needing to tone up although they don't look bad but they could look much better than were they are right now!! 

Third, I have already began to shop on the clearance rack at most stores and I LOVE IT!!! 

Things I have noticed I can do now that I could not do at first with the added weight... 

I can walk the stairs without holding on to the handrails, but although I give out of breath but I like the idea that I can do it and I have to keep it up because I need that in my life because it is good for heart health. 

My Life is worth everything and I owe myself the best of the best life I can give it and that is eating right, making healthy choices and taking care of my body!!! 

 I must continue on with the winning life!!! 

It's a New Year, Better me 💜

I have been working on myself since last year around August maybe September. I saw my doctor and I was able to start on weight loss treatment called mounjaro. I just finished the last of the 12.5 mg of mounjaro this first week of the new year. I took my shots in my leg and I could tell immediately it was doing its job. I have had the following symptoms on this dosage feeling full, I can not overeat, and if I did I would be sick. I did have a regular bowel movement. I have learned or am learning to eat a very small meal about the size of a happy meal and I remain faithful to water and probiotic/wellness water that is good to the last drop.

Here are the latest pictures I have taken close to 6 months into my journey. Now that I have hit my 50-pound weight loss challenge for myself. I am pleased with the results and I will keep going because for my health I need to pursue and go after the ultimate goal.

The Winning Life 2023 is full speed ahead!

Looking Thinner

I want to continue to inspire myself to be the best me possible. Today I wanted to share a recent photo of what 35 pounds looks like on me. I want to reflect on where I have come from and where I'm going and here's to me changing in the right direction. 

35 pounds lighter and I feel great. I'm working on me and here's to 50/50...

Getting Closer December 2022

I'm reminded of what the new me will look like. Today 5 months into my Mounjaro journey I am officially 35 pounds lighter. I finally started having some but very brief symptoms of constipation but an apple, a day to keep the doctor away, and an increase in my green veggies was what I needed to get back on track. I am at 265 and I will start my new 12.5 mg shot next week. I'm drinking plenty of water because sometimes I am very dry or thirsty. It doesn't appear that I will make 50/50 but I'm going to work extra hard over the next several weeks to drop another 15 pounds. I believe if I increase the workouts it could work. We will see if I'm correct I will let you know in 2023.

See you soon the winning life is still pursuing get dreams of a healthier life.

Coming into 4 months..

I can't believe the changes I'm experiencing and I'm super proud. I just want to share this recent photo of myself. 2 months ago I started a new job and I wanted to be healthier me. I'm coming into my year of jubilee (50) and I wanted something extra special for me and now three and half months later I am excited of the continued changes and progress I'm making.

I'm working on me...